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MINI Countryman vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Volvo S60?

MINI Countryman vs Volvo S60: Key differences

MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Volvo S60

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  • visibly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MINI Countryman is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,429 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 5.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers significantly more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 403 km more than the Volvo S60.

S60

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 Volvo S60 offers visibly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 215 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 marginally lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers marginally more boot space – 460 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Countryman carries marginally more – 500 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £42,500
S60

Volvo S60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 94 km
MINI Countryman
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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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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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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MINI Countryman
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,100 - 39,900 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 460 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
MINI
Brand
Volvo
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