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MINI Countryman vs Skoda Karoq comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Skoda Karoq?

MINI Countryman vs Skoda Karoq: Key differences

MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h

Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • a bit lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Countryman

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Karoq is marginally cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,003 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MINI Countryman uses 4.6 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Karoq

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 noticeably more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the MINI Countryman is a bit faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Karoq tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 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:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Karoq is a bit lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers very slightly more boot space – 521 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq offers barely more capacity – up to 1,630 L, about 100 L more than the MINI Countryman.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries marginally more – 549 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman stands well ahead of its rival 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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MINI Countryman

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

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Skoda Karoq

The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 45,300 £
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 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
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
4,444 - 4,447 mm
Length
4,390 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
1,645 - 1,661 mm
Height
1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,450 - 1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
1,630 L
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
208 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 210 km/h
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
MINI
Brand
Skoda
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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