Global EV Comparison: Mini Countryman E vs MG ZS EV Standard Range
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Mini Countryman E (2024-…) has a starting price of €43500, compared to the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…), which starts at €33990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mini Countryman E | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China, Indonesia, India |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €43500 | €33990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €13750 |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 5.3 |
Range and Efficiency
The Mini Countryman E (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…).
| Property | Mini Countryman E | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 462 km | 320 km |
| Range (GCC) | 393 km | 272 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 66.5 kWh | 51.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64.7 kWh | 49 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.5 kWh/100 km | 18 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.07 km/kWh | 5.55 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 5.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mini Countryman E (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 128 kW, while the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) maxes out at 75 kW.
The Mini Countryman E (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Mini Countryman E | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 128 kW | 75 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.8 | 3.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the Mini Countryman E (2024-…) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | Mini Countryman E | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 130 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 174 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 s | 8.6 s |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The Mini Countryman E (2024-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…).
The Mini Countryman E (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mini Countryman E | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4433 mm | 4323 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2069 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1843 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1656 mm | 1649 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2581 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mini Countryman E (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Mini Countryman E (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…).
| Property | Mini Countryman E | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1940 kg | 1645 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 460 l | 448 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1450 l | 1166 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.6 | 6.3 |
