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MINI Countryman vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or VinFast VF 8?

MINI Countryman vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • significantly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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VinFast VF 8

  • clearly more power
  • marginally 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:

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.

MINI Countryman is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,477 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Countryman is substantially more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 7.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 26 km more than the VinFast VF 8.

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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 VinFast VF 8 offers clearly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers visibly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 126 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, MINI Countryman is significantly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 885 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers clearly more boot space – 505 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.

When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries marginally more – 515 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman is decisively ahead 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, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 463 - 497 km
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Urszula
13 Apr 2026, 06:42:12

Beautiful design, carefully finished inside, large display, very comfortable ride with the automatic gearbox, a bit cramped in the back, fairly spacious boot.

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The VinFast VF 8 is a bold, modern electric SUV from Vietnam that packs generous interior space, slick digital tech, and a quietly confident design that punches above its price. On the road it feels composed and user-friendly, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want an up-to-date EV with personality and a sensible, no-fuss ownership proposition.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 39,800 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
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Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
-
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MINI
Brand
VinFast
What drive types are available for the MINI Countryman?

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

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