2025 MINI Countryman vs. 2025 Volvo XC40 Review

Picture of the 2025 MINI Countryman

2025 MINI
Countryman

MSRP*: $38,900 to $46,900
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Picture of the 2025 Volvo XC40

2025 Volvo
XC40

MSRP*: $40,650 to $49,300
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MPG - City 23 MPG 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 56.2 ft3 57.5 ft3
Engine
  • 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)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 241 - 312 hp 247 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 174.5 - 175.1 in 174.8 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 35.1 - 37.0 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 40.7 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 37.6 in
Rear 38.3 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volvo XC40 than in the MINI Countryman, due to its greater head- and legroom. The MINI Countryman will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC40.

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). Whether you pick the MINI Countryman or the Volvo XC40, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the MINI Countryman is much slimmer than the Volvo XC40, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the MINI Countryman takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo XC40.

Handling
The MINI Countryman has a larger turning radius than the Volvo XC40, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The MINI Countryman has a little more horsepower than the Volvo XC40.

Powertrain
The MINI Countryman has much lower torque than the Volvo XC40, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the MINI Countryman and the Volvo XC40. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the MINI Countryman as you will in the Volvo XC40.