MINI Countryman vs Nissan Pathfinder
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Nissan Pathfinder
Overview
| Spec | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S ALL4 Oxford Edition | S |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $34,900 (best) | $37,500 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14.3 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 241 hp | 284 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 259 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 8 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 56.2 cu ft | 80.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,100 lbs | 1,729 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,777 lbs (best) | 4,334 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8 in (best) | 7.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 106 in | 114.2 in (best) |
| Length | 175 in | 197.7 in (best) |
| Width | 72.6 in | 77.9 in (best) |
| Height | 65.2 in | 70.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | MINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford Edition | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | MINI Countryman | Nissan Pathfinder |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S ALL4 Oxford Edition $34,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $37,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | S ALL4 Signature Plus $38,900 MSRP | S $39,500 MSRP |
| 3 | S ALL4 Iconic $42,300 MSRP | SV $39,900 MSRP |
| 4 | SE ALL4 Signature Plus $45,200 MSRP | SV $41,900 MSRP |
| 5 | JCW ALL4 Signature Plus $46,900 MSRP | SL $42,500 MSRP |
| 6 | SE ALL4 Iconic $48,600 MSRP | SL $44,500 MSRP |
| 7 | JCW ALL4 Iconic $49,400 MSRP | Rock Creek $45,000 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Platinum $49,400 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Platinum $51,400 MSRP |