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MINI Countryman vs Volvo XC40 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Volvo XC40?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31500 £, while the Volvo XC40 costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 5220 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MINI Countryman manages with 4.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 clearly perceptible edge – offering 313 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Countryman performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: MINI Countryman pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 494 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 194 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, MINI Countryman is slight lighter – 1620 kg compared to 1688 kg. The difference is around 68 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MINI Countryman offers somewhat more room – 505 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman performs to a small extent better – up to 1530 L, which is about 202 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 hardly perceptible takes the win – 532 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 kg.

Who wins the race?

The MINI Countryman proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
MINI Countryman is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
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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 XC40

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The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31500 - 45300 £
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
432 - 462 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
Curb weight
1688 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4444 - 4447 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1843 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1635 - 1661 mm
Height
1652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 313 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 230 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
MINI
Brand
Volvo

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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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