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Volvo XC40 vs MINI Countryman comparison

Compare performance (197 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC40 or MINI Countryman?

Volvo XC40 vs MINI Countryman: Key differences

Volvo XC40

5 (5 Reviews)
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MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very 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

XC40

Costs and Efficiency:

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

MINI Countryman is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,820 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MINI Countryman uses 5.9 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

Countryman

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 clearly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 116 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 Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers visibly more torque with 494 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 194 Nm more.

XC40

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, MINI Countryman is very slightly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 118 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries only slightly more – 532 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 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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Volvo XC40

The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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Reviews Volvo XC40

5 (5 Reviews)
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S. M.
20 Apr 2026, 09:07:56

Excellent

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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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MINI Countryman

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
30,100 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
148 g/km
co2
0 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
450 - 460 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,863 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
532 kg
Payload
475 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
Brand
Volvo
Brand
MINI
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC40?

The Volvo XC40 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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