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MINI Countryman vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

MINI Countryman vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

MINI Countryman

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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • very slightly more power
  • substantially more trunk space
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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 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 VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,770 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Countryman is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 4.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers barely more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 12 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

ID. Buzz Bus

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 VW ID. Buzz Bus offers very slightly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the MINI Countryman is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 185 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 significantly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 830 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers substantially more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 835 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers visibly more capacity – up to 2,205 L, about 675 L more than the MINI Countryman.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries a bit more – 600 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman is slightly 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, 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
MINI Countryman
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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. Buzz Bus

The VW ID. Buzz revives the classic camper van vibe with a modern electric twist, offering plush space and a friendly, futuristic face that stops traffic. It’s clearly built for weekend escapes and city runs alike, with clever interior details that make it as practical as it is charming.

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MINI Countryman
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,100 - 45,300 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
4,444 - 4,447 mm
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
1,645 - 1,661 mm
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,450 - 1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
208 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MINI
Brand
VW
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