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MINI Countryman vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 24,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or SEAT Leon?

MINI Countryman vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Countryman

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

SEAT Leon is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,631 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers clearly more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 364 km more than the SEAT Leon.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the MINI Countryman offers moderately more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the MINI Countryman is moderately faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the SEAT Leon tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers visibly more torque with 494 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 134 Nm more.

Countryman

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon is somewhat lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 226 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers clearly more boot space – 505 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

For maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,530 L, about 229 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries barely more – 521 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman has only a minor advantage in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Countryman

MINI Countryman

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 463 - 497 km
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The MINI Countryman turns the cheeky charm of a classic MINI into a proper all-rounder, blending playful styling with surprisingly usable space for everyday life. It still grins at city lights but will happily tackle muddy lanes, perfect for buyers who want character without sacrificing practicality.

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Reviews MINI Countryman

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Urszula
13 Apr 2026, 06:42:12

Beautiful design, carefully finished inside, large display, very comfortable ride with the automatic gearbox, a bit cramped in the back, fairly spacious boot.

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4.4 (2 Reviews)
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FaBio
4 Jan 2026, 21:30:20

Mechanically the car is fairly well built, apart from the rear axle.
The air conditioning is effective and visibility is good, while the FR setup paired with the 18" wheels, in my view, hurts comfort — getting in and out can be awkward. Once on board, though, the seats are very comfortable. The infotainment is comprehensive, with a generously sized screen and full-link smartphone connectivity; the factory sat-nav does what it can, but obviously Maps is superior in every way.
All in all, a fun/sporty car that also winks at family life thanks to a roomy boot and modest fuel consumption.

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MINI Countryman
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 45,300 £
Price
24,500 - 36,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4,444 - 4,447 mm
Length
4,368 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
1,645 - 1,661 mm
Height
1,442 - 1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,450 - 1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
1,187 - 1,301 L
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
208 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
MINI
Brand
SEAT
What drive types are available for the MINI Countryman?

The MINI Countryman is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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