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MINI Countryman vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 34,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or smart #3?

MINI Countryman vs smart #3: Key differences

MINI Countryman

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  • slightly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • moderately lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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smart #3

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  • markedly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

MINI Countryman is slightly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the smart #3 costs 34,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,620 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Countryman is somewhat more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 16.3 kWh/100km for the smart #3. That’s a difference of about 1.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers barely more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 42 km more than the smart #3.

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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 smart #3 offers markedly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the MINI Countryman is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the smart #3 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers somewhat more torque with 584 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

Countryman

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MINI Countryman is moderately lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,780 kg. The difference is around 210 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers markedly more boot space – 505 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

For maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,530 L, about 370 L more than the smart #3.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Countryman carries very slightly more – 500 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman holds a narrow overall lead 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
smart #3

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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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smart #3

The Smart #3 turns the brand's cheeky city-car attitude into a grown-up compact SUV, pairing sleek styling with a surprisingly roomy, well-made interior. It's a brilliant pick for buyers who want electric ease without dullness — practical enough for daily life, but still lively enough to make parking and grocery runs feel a little fun.

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MINI Countryman
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,100 - 45,300 £
Price
34,700 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
325 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,780 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
4,444 - 4,447 mm
Length
4,400 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
1,645 - 1,661 mm
Height
1,556 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,450 - 1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
1,160 L
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
419 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
208 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MINI
Brand
smart
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