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MINI Countryman vs VW ID.4 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: MINI Countryman meets VW ID.4.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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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 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31500 £, while the VW ID.4 costs 34600 £. That’s a price difference of around 3030 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.4: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 15.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.10 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID.4 performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 569 km, about 107 km more than the MINI Countryman.

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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 VW ID.4 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 340 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 5.40 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Countryman performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.4 pulls evident stronger with 679 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 185 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 evident lighter – 1620 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers hardly perceptible more room – 543 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 performs minimal better – up to 1575 L, which is about 45 L more than the MINI Countryman.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 minimal takes the win – 551 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW ID.4 shows itself to be edges ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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VW ID.4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 17 kWh
  • Electric Range : 356 - 569 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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VW ID.4

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The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31500 - 45300 £
Price
34600 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
Electric Range
432 - 462 km
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
4444 - 4447 mm
Length
4582 - 4584 mm
Width
1843 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1635 - 1661 mm
Height
1619 - 1634 mm
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
Max trunk capacity
1575 L
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
511 - 551 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 313 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
120 - 230 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MINI
Brand
VW

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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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