Kia Sorento vs MINI Countryman
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 MINI Countryman
Overview
| Spec | Kia SorentoLX | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | S ALL4 Oxford Edition |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia SorentoLX | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,190 (best) | $34,900 |
| Lowest listing price | $5,442 (best) | $15,270 |
| Median listing price | $37,054 | $29,445 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $50,695 | $47,870 (best) |
| For sale now | 1,398 (best) | 28 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia SorentoLX | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 23 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.7 gal (best) | 14.3 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Kia SorentoLX | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 191 hp | 241 hp (best) |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia SorentoLX | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 75.5 cu ft (best) | 56.2 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | — | 1,100 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,814 lbs | 3,777 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.9 in | 8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in (best) | 106 in |
| Length | 189.6 in (best) | 175 in |
| Width | 74.8 in (best) | 72.6 in |
| Height | 66.7 in (best) | 65.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia SorentoLX | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | 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 | Kia Sorento | MINI Countryman |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $32,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S ALL4 Oxford Edition $34,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | S $35,090 MSRP | S ALL4 Signature Plus $38,900 MSRP |
| 3 | S $37,090 MSRP | S ALL4 Iconic $42,300 MSRP |
| 4 | EX $38,290 MSRP | SE ALL4 Signature Plus $45,200 MSRP |
| 5 | EX $39,790 MSRP | JCW ALL4 Signature Plus $46,900 MSRP |
| 6 | EX $38,890 MSRP | SE ALL4 Iconic $48,600 MSRP |
| 7 | EX $40,690 MSRP | JCW ALL4 Iconic $49,400 MSRP |
| 8 | SX $42,090 MSRP | — |
| 9 | X-Line EX $42,590 MSRP | — |
| 10 | X-Line SX $43,890 MSRP | — |
| 11 | X-Line SX Prestige $46,590 MSRP | — |
| 12 | X-Line SX Prestige $47,190 MSRP | — |
| 13 | X-Line SX Prestige $53,490 MSRP | — |
| 14 | X-Pro SX Prestige $47,590 MSRP | — |
| 15 | EX $48,290 MSRP | — |
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Kia Sorento vs MINI Countryman FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Kia Sorento or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Kia Sorento starts lower at $32,190. Live Kia Sorento listings start at $5,442. Live MINI Countryman listings start at $15,270.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Kia Sorento or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (32,190).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Kia Sorento or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Kia Sorento or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- The 2027 MINI Countryman leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (212).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Kia Sorento or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- The 2027 MINI Countryman leads on horsepower in this comparison (312).
- Which has better seats: 2026 Kia Sorento or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Kia Sorento or 2027 MINI Countryman?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Kia Sorento vs 2027 MINI Countryman?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Kia Sorento (5/5 NHTSA overall).