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MINI MINI vs Mercedes G Class comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (23,300 £ vs 106,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI MINI or Mercedes G Class?

MINI MINI vs Mercedes G Class: Key differences

MINI MINI

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably lighter

Mercedes G Class

  • substantially more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space

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

MINI

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 MINI is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,300 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 83,276 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MINI MINI uses 5.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes G Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI MINI is considerably more efficient: consuming 13.8 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G Class. That’s a difference of about 14.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G Class offers moderately more range – reaching up to 468 km, about 66 km more than the MINI MINI.

G Class

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 Mercedes G Class offers substantially more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 347 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G Class is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the MINI MINI takes 5.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the MINI MINI is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes G Class tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G Class delivers considerably more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 784 Nm more.

MINI

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 MINI is considerably lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 1,150 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G Class offers considerably more boot space – 640 L compared to 275 L. That’s a difference of about 365 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes G Class offers significantly more capacity – up to 1,990 L, about 1,065 L more than the MINI MINI.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G Class carries clearly more – 715 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 270 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI MINI is far ahead 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.

from £23,300
MINI

MINI MINI

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 258 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 293 - 402 km
MINI MINI
Mercedes G Class

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MINI MINI

The MINI is a cheeky, joyfully small hatch that turns even the most humdrum commute into something worth smiling about. It serves up go-kart handling, a stylish cabin and near-endless customization, making it a perfect pick for drivers who want personality packed into a compact package.

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Mercedes G Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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MINI MINI
Mercedes G Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,300 - 37,500 £
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Electric Range
293 - 402 km
Electric Range
468 km
Battery Capacity
36.6 - 49.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
116 kWh
co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
0 - 336 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback, Convertible
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Trunk capacity
620 - 640 L
Length
3,858 - 4,036 mm
Length
4,624 mm
Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Height
1,431 - 1,464 mm
Height
1,983 mm
Max trunk capacity
725 - 925 L
Max trunk capacity
1,990 L
Payload
345 - 445 kg
Payload
415 - 715 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 258 HP
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
160 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
MINI
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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