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MINI Countryman vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 49,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Volvo XC60?

MINI Countryman vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

MINI Countryman

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • markedly lighter
  • barely more trunk space

Volvo XC60

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h

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

Countryman

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

MINI Countryman is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,106 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 2.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers considerably more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 415 km more than the Volvo XC60.

XC60

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 Volvo XC60 offers noticeably 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 XC60 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the MINI Countryman is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers noticeably 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 markedly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 330 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers barely more boot space – 505 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 22 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,543 L, about 13 L more than the MINI Countryman.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries very slightly more – 550 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £30,100
Countryman

MINI Countryman

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 463 - 497 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 XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 45,300 £
Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 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
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4,444 - 4,447 mm
Length
4,708 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
1,645 - 1,661 mm
Height
1,655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,450 - 1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
208 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
MINI
Brand
Volvo
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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