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MINI Countryman vs Suzuki Jimny - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (313 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (31500 £ vs 25300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Suzuki Jimny?

MINI Countryman

Suzuki Jimny

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.

Suzuki Jimny has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25300 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 31500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6265 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MINI Countryman manages with 4.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Suzuki Jimny with 7.70 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.

Jimny

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 has a significantly edge – offering 313 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.80 s. That’s about 7.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Countryman performs convincingly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Suzuki Jimny tops out at 145 km/h. The difference is around 105 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: MINI Countryman pulls clearly stronger with 494 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 364 Nm difference.

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.

Seats: MINI Countryman offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is distinct lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 455 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman performs decisively better – up to 1530 L, which is about 667 L more than the Suzuki Jimny.

When it comes to payload, MINI Countryman convincingly takes the win – 500 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 kg.

Who wins the race?

The MINI Countryman proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
MINI Countryman is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £31,500
Countryman

MINI Countryman

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7.8 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 432 - 462 km
MINI Countryman
Suzuki Jimny

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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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Suzuki Jimny

Brimming with raucous charm and unabashed off-road spirit, the Suzuki Jimny makes light work of rough tracks while remaining surprisingly at home in city streets. It's a cheeky, no-nonsense companion for buyers who prefer character over conformity — think go-anywhere attitude in a pocket-sized package.

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MINI Countryman
Suzuki Jimny

Costs and Consumption

Price
31500 - 45300 £
Price
25300 - 27700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
7.70 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
432 - 462 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
Curb weight
1165 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4444 - 4447 mm
Length
3645 mm
Width
1843 mm
Width
1645 mm
Height
1635 - 1661 mm
Height
1705 mm
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 313 HP
Power HP
102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.80 s
Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
145 km/h
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 230 kW
Power kW
75 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1462 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2021 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
MINI
Brand
Suzuki
What drive types are available for the MINI Countryman?

The MINI Countryman is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.