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MINI Countryman vs VW Polo – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Polo has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the MINI Countryman costs 31500 £. That’s a price difference of around 14541 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MINI Countryman manages with 4.60 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.50 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 evident edge – offering 313 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 106 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.50 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Countryman performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Polo tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: MINI Countryman pulls distinct stronger with 494 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 174 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, VW Polo is clearly lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 477 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MINI Countryman offers evident more room – 505 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 154 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman performs noticeable better – up to 1530 L, which is about 405 L more than the VW Polo.

When it comes to payload, MINI Countryman barely noticeable takes the win – 500 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who wins the race?

The MINI Countryman proves to be dominates this comparison 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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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31500 - 45300 £
Price
17000 - 30400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 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
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4444 - 4447 mm
Length
4074 mm
Width
1843 mm
Width
1751 mm
Height
1635 - 1661 mm
Height
1431 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 L
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 313 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
171 - 240 km/h
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
120 - 230 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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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