Compare performance (313 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (31500 £ vs 29800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Subaru Crosstrek?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Subaru Crosstrek has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29800 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 31500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1722 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MINI Countryman manages with 4.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.70 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.
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 has a convincingly edge – offering 313 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.80 s. That’s about 5.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the MINI Countryman performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Subaru Crosstrek tops out at 198 km/h. The difference is around 52 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: MINI Countryman pulls convincingly stronger with 494 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 312 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Subaru Crosstrek is slight lighter – 1595 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.
In terms of boot space, the MINI Countryman offers clearly perceptible more room – 505 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.
In maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman performs somewhat better – up to 1530 L, which is about 216 L more than the Subaru Crosstrek.
When it comes to payload, Subaru Crosstrek slight takes the win – 505 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
The MINI Countryman is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsThe Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.
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Price
31500 - 45300 £
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Price
29800 - 34900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.70 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
432 - 462 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 177 g/km
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co2
174 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
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Curb weight
1595 - 1628 kg
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Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
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Trunk capacity
315 L
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Length
4444 - 4447 mm
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Length
4495 mm
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Width
1843 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Height
1635 - 1661 mm
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Height
1600 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
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Max trunk capacity
1297 - 1314 L
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Payload
460 - 500 kg
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Payload
472 - 505 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 313 HP
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Power HP
136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.80 s
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Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
198 km/h
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Torque
250 - 494 Nm
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Torque
182 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
120 - 230 kW
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Power kW
100 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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Brand
MINI
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Brand
Subaru
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The MINI Countryman is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.