Compare performance (313 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (31500 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or VW Tiguan?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
MINI Countryman has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31500 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1758 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 4.60 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the MINI Countryman performs decisively better – achieving up to 462 km, about 336 km more than the VW Tiguan.
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 MINI Countryman has a somewhat edge – offering 313 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the MINI Countryman performs minimal better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 242 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: MINI Countryman pulls slightly stronger with 494 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 94 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, VW Tiguan is slight lighter – 1599 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 21 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers distinct more room – 652 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 147 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs barely noticeable better – up to 1650 L, which is about 120 L more than the MINI Countryman.
When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan hardly perceptible takes the win – 533 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.
The MINI Countryman shows small but noticeable advantages 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.
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.
detailsThe VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
31500 - 45300 £
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Price
33300 - 51900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
432 - 462 km
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 177 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
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Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
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Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
4444 - 4447 mm
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Length
4539 mm
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Width
1843 mm
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Width
1842 - 1859 mm
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Height
1635 - 1661 mm
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Height
1656 - 1658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
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Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
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Payload
460 - 500 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 313 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
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Torque
250 - 494 Nm
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
120 - 230 kW
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Power kW
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
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Brand
MINI
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Brand
VW
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The MINI Countryman is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.