Audi Q3 vs MINI Countryman
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 MINI Countryman
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S line | S ALL4 Oxford Edition |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43,700 | $34,900 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $1,428 (best) | $15,270 |
| Median listing price | $46,583 | $29,445 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $53,898 | $47,870 (best) |
| For sale now | 57 (best) | 28 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal (best) | 14.3 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp (best) | 241 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 50 cu ft | 56.2 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | 970 lbs | 1,100 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,935 lbs | 3,777 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 105.6 in | 106 in (best) |
| Length | 178.4 in (best) | 175 in |
| Width | 73.2 in (best) | 72.6 in |
| Height | 64.1 in | 65.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | Not Rated | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi Q3 | MINI Countryman |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S line $43,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S ALL4 Oxford Edition $34,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | S ALL4 Signature Plus $38,900 MSRP |
| 3 | — | S ALL4 Iconic $42,300 MSRP |
| 4 | — | SE ALL4 Signature Plus $45,200 MSRP |
| 5 | — | JCW ALL4 Signature Plus $46,900 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SE ALL4 Iconic $48,600 MSRP |
| 7 | — | JCW ALL4 Iconic $49,400 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Audi Q3 vs MINI Countryman FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q3 vs 2027 MINI Countryman on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 MINI Countryman starts lower at $34,900. Live Audi Q3 listings start at $1,428. Live MINI Countryman listings start at $15,270.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- The 2027 MINI Countryman leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (34,900).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- The 2027 MINI Countryman leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- The 2027 MINI Countryman leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (212).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- The 2027 MINI Countryman leads on horsepower in this comparison (312).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- The 2027 MINI Countryman leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi Q3 vs 2027 MINI Countryman?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q3 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).