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Kia Sportage vs MINI Countryman

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 Kia Sportage

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2027 MINI Countryman

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Overview

SpecKia SportageLXMINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition
Selected trimLXS ALL4 Oxford Edition
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic7-speed automated manual
Engine typehybridgas
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecKia SportageLXMINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition
MSRP$30,590 (best)$34,900
Lowest listing price$12,275 (best)$15,270
Median listing price$33,437$29,900 (best)
Highest listing price$43,325 (best)$47,870
For sale now948 (best)29

Fuel economy & range

SpecKia SportageLXMINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition
Combined MPG41 MPG (best)27 MPG
City MPG40 MPG (best)24 MPG
Highway MPG42 MPG (best)32 MPG
Fuel tank13.7 gal14.3 gal (best)

Performance

SpecKia SportageLXMINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition
Horsepower232 hp241 hp (best)
Torque271 lb-ft295 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.6 L2 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecKia SportageLXMINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume73.7 cu ft (best)56.2 cu ft
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)—
Payload—1,100 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,598 lbs (best)3,777 lbs
Ground clearance7.1 in8 in (best)
Wheelbase108.5 in (best)106 in
Length184.4 in (best)175 in
Width73.4 in (best)72.6 in
Height65.4 in (best)65.2 in

Safety & recalls

SpecKia SportageLXMINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

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.

TrimKia SportageMINI Countryman
1

LX

$30,590 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S ALL4 Oxford Edition

$34,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

S

$31,290 MSRP

S ALL4 Signature Plus

$38,900 MSRP

3

S

$32,890 MSRP

S ALL4 Iconic

$42,300 MSRP

4

EX

$32,290 MSRP

SE ALL4 Signature Plus

$45,200 MSRP

5

EX

$33,890 MSRP

JCW ALL4 Signature Plus

$46,900 MSRP

6

X-Line

$35,790 MSRP

SE ALL4 Iconic

$48,600 MSRP

7

X-Line

$40,590 MSRP

JCW ALL4 Iconic

$49,400 MSRP

8

SX-Prestige

$40,690 MSRP

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9

X-Line Prestige

$47,390 MSRP

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Live inventory

Kia Sportage vs MINI Countryman FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2027 MINI Countryman?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Kia Sportage 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: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2027 MINI Countryman?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Sportage starts lower at $30,590. Live Kia Sportage listings start at $12,275. Live MINI Countryman listings start at $15,270.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2027 MINI Countryman?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,590).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2027 MINI Countryman?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (41).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2027 MINI Countryman?
The 2027 MINI Countryman leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (212).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2027 MINI Countryman?
The 2027 MINI Countryman leads on horsepower in this comparison (312).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2027 MINI Countryman?
The 2027 MINI Countryman leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).