MINI Countryman vs Skoda Octavia Combi – Which car suits you better?

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

Costs and Efficiency: Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Octavia Combi has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £, while the MINI Countryman costs 31500 £. That’s a price difference of around 7122 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi manages with 4.40 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 4.60 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the MINI Countryman has a somewhat edge – offering 313 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.50 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman pulls distinct stronger with 494 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 124 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Skoda Octavia Combi is to a small extent lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 254 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers clearly perceptible more room – 640 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs slight better – up to 1700 L, which is about 170 L more than the MINI Countryman.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Octavia Combi hardly perceptible takes the win – 534 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

All in all, the Skoda Octavia Combi shows itself to be only a minor advantage and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.