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MINI MINI vs VW ID.Polo comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 211 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI MINI or VW ID.Polo?

MINI MINI vs VW ID.Polo: Key differences

MINI MINI

  • somewhat more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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VW ID.Polo

  • somewhat cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

VW ID.Polo is somewhat cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the MINI MINI costs 24,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,433 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.Polo is barely more efficient: consuming 13.3 kWh/100km compared to 13.8 kWh/100km for the MINI MINI. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.Polo offers slightly more range – reaching up to 454 km, about 63 km more than the MINI MINI.

ID.Polo

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 MINI offers somewhat more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 211 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI MINI is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the VW ID.Polo takes 7.1 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI MINI delivers visibly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, MINI MINI is somewhat lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 1,568 kg. The difference is around 233 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.Polo offers clearly more boot space – 441 L compared to 275 L. That’s a difference of about 166 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI MINI carries barely more – 445 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI MINI shows a few small 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.

from £24,900
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 - 391 km
MINI MINI
VW ID.Polo

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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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VW ID.Polo

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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MINI MINI
VW ID.Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,900 - 37,500 £
Price
21,400 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.3 - 13.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
293 - 391 km
Electric Range
442 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
49.2 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible, Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Curb weight
1,568 - 1,576 kg
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Trunk capacity
441 L
Length
3,858 - 3,879 mm
Length
-
Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,816 mm
Height
1,431 - 1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
725 - 800 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
345 - 445 kg
Payload
444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 258 HP
Power HP
116 - 211 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 s
Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Power kW
85 - 155 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MINI
Brand
VW
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