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VW ID.Polo vs MINI Countryman comparison

Compare performance (226 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.Polo or MINI Countryman?

VW ID.Polo vs MINI Countryman: Key differences

VW ID.Polo

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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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

ID.Polo

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID.Polo is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,661 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.Polo is a bit more efficient: consuming 13.3 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the MINI Countryman. That’s a difference of about 1.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 43 km more than the VW ID.Polo.

Countryman

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 offers visibly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 226 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the VW ID.Polo takes 6.8 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers substantially more torque with 494 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 204 Nm more.

ID.Polo

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, VW ID.Polo is very slightly lighter – 1,568 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 2 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers somewhat more boot space – 505 L compared to 441 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Countryman carries moderately more – 500 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman is decisively ahead 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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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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Reviews VW ID.Polo

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Rajczi Zoltan
5 Jun 2026, 16:19:32

Super! Batery klein.

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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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5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,400 - 36,000 £
Price
30,100 - 39,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.3 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
424 - 454 km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,568 - 1,635 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
441 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,816 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
444 kg
Payload
475 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 226 HP
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
290 Nm
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 166 kW
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
Brand
VW
Brand
MINI
What drive types are available for the VW ID.Polo?

The VW ID.Polo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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