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MINI Countryman vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Skoda Octavia Combi?

MINI Countryman vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

MINI Countryman

  • slightly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • somewhat cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
  • markedly more trunk space

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

Countryman

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Octavia Combi is somewhat cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,508 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Octavia Combi

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the MINI Countryman offers slightly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers clearly more torque with 494 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 124 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 Octavia Combi is a bit lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 204 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers markedly more boot space – 640 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 170 L more than the MINI Countryman.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries very slightly more – 534 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman is far ahead overall 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
MINI Countryman
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

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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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Skoda Octavia Combi

The Skoda Octavia Combi is the sensible family wagon that somehow turns grocery runs and long trips into a pleasant, unshowy experience — spacious, practical and built like it prefers reliability over flash. With smart touches, clever storage and a cabin that feels grown-up rather than frugal, it’s an easy recommendation for buyers who want maximum utility without sacrificing comfort or style.

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MINI Countryman
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,100 - 45,300 £
Price
25,600 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 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
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4,444 - 4,447 mm
Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
1,645 - 1,661 mm
Height
1,455 - 1,468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,450 - 1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
208 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

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