Global EV Comparison: Mini Countryman SE ALL4 vs Kia EV5 Long Range AWD
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General Info
The Mini Countryman SE ALL4 (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €49500. Although the Kia EV5 Long Range AWD (2026-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mini Countryman SE ALL4 | Kia EV5 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2026-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €49500 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €48890 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6 | 7.5 |
Range and Efficiency
The Kia EV5 Long Range AWD (2026-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mini Countryman SE ALL4 (2024-…).
| Property | Mini Countryman SE ALL4 | Kia EV5 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 341 km | 805 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 433 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 346 km | 765 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 66.5 kWh | 81.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64.7 kWh | 78 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.7 kWh/100 km | 10.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.35 km/kWh | 9.81 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 10 |
Charging
The Kia EV5 Long Range AWD (2026-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mini Countryman SE ALL4 (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Mini Countryman SE ALL4 (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 128 kW, while the Kia EV5 Long Range AWD (2026-…) maxes out at 120 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Mini Countryman SE ALL4 | Kia EV5 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 128 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.2 | 7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Mini Countryman SE ALL4 (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Mini Countryman SE ALL4 | Kia EV5 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 230 kW | 230 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 308 hp | 308 hp |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm | 480 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 s | 6.1 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 185 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.9 | 4.8 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV5 Long Range AWD (2026-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Mini Countryman SE ALL4 (2024-…).
The Kia EV5 Long Range AWD (2026-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mini Countryman SE ALL4 | Kia EV5 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4433 mm | 4615 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2069 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1843 mm | 1875 mm |
| Height | 1656 mm | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2750 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia EV5 Long Range AWD (2026-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Kia EV5 Long Range AWD (2026-…), but the Mini Countryman SE ALL4 (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV5 Long Range AWD (2026-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Mini Countryman SE ALL4 (2024-…).
| Property | Mini Countryman SE ALL4 | Kia EV5 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2075 kg | 2142 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 460 l | 513 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1450 l | 1714 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 67 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.6 | 7.6 |
