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MINI Countryman vs VW ID.Polo comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 226 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or VW ID.Polo?

MINI Countryman vs VW ID.Polo: Key differences

MINI Countryman

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  • noticeably more power
  • barely more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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VW ID.Polo

  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW ID.Polo is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,661 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.Polo is a bit more efficient: consuming 13.3 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the MINI Countryman. That’s a difference of about 1.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers barely more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 43 km more than the VW ID.Polo.

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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 MINI Countryman offers noticeably more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 226 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the VW ID.Polo takes 6.8 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers clearly more torque with 494 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 204 Nm more.

Countryman

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 terms of curb weight, VW ID.Polo is only slightly lighter – 1,568 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 2 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers slightly more boot space – 505 L compared to 441 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Countryman carries somewhat more – 500 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 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.

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Countryman

MINI Countryman

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.9 - 6.5 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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Reviews MINI Countryman

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Urszula
13 Apr 2026, 06:42:12

Beautiful design, carefully finished inside, large display, very comfortable ride with the automatic gearbox, a bit cramped in the back, fairly spacious boot.

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The VW ID.Polo brings classic Polo sensibility to the EV age with a calm, refined ride, an unusually large boot, and refreshingly simple controls with real buttons. It favors easygoing efficiency and family-friendly practicality over playful handling or high-speed autobahn pace, and the smaller-battery versions ask for a bit more planning on long trips.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 39,800 £
Price
21,400 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.3 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
424 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,568 - 1,635 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
441 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,816 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
444 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
116 - 226 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
85 - 166 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MINI
Brand
VW
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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