2025 Ford Escape vs. 2025 MINI Countryman Review

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2025 Ford
Escape

MSRP*: $29,515 to $38,110
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2025 MINI
Countryman

MSRP*: $38,900 to $46,900
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MPG - City 26 - 42 MPG 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 36 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 56.2 ft3
Engine
  • 163-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 180-hp, 1.5-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 192-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 308-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 312-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 180 - 192 hp 241 - 312 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 - 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 180.5 - 181.2 in 174.5 - 175.1 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 72.6 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in
Front 40.4 in
Rear 35.1 - 37.0 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 40.7 in
Rear 37.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Escape than in the MINI Countryman. The Ford Escape offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the MINI Countryman, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Ford Escape is a better financial choice over the MINI Countryman, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Escape is much wider than the MINI Countryman, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Ford Escape, which is slightly longer than the MINI Countryman.

Handling
The Ford Escape has the same turning radius as the MINI Countryman, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Escape has a lot less horsepower than the MINI Countryman.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford Escape does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the MINI Countryman.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Escape and the MINI Countryman. The Ford Escape has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the MINI Countryman.