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MINI Countryman vs Volvo XC40

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

Vehicles

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2027 MINI Countryman

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2026 Volvo XC40

Overview

SpecMINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford EditionVolvo XC40B4 Core
Selected trimS ALL4 Oxford EditionB4 Core
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission7-speed automated manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecMINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford EditionVolvo XC40B4 Core
MSRP$34,900 (best)$39,900
Lowest listing price$15,270 (best)$18,895
Median listing price$29,445 (best)$35,750
Highest listing price$47,870 (best)$55,357
For sale now2849 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford EditionVolvo XC40B4 Core
Combined MPG27 MPG27 MPG
City MPG24 MPG25 MPG (best)
Highway MPG32 MPG32 MPG
Fuel tank14.3 gal (best)14.2 gal

Performance

SpecMINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford EditionVolvo XC40B4 Core
Horsepower241 hp (best)194 hp
Torque295 lb-ft (best)221 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecMINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford EditionVolvo XC40B4 Core
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume56.2 cu ft57.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,100 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,777 lbs3,667 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8 in8.3 in (best)
Wheelbase106 in106.4 in (best)
Length175 in (best)174.8 in
Width72.6 in76.3 in (best)
Height65.2 in65.2 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMINI CountrymanS ALL4 Oxford EditionVolvo XC40B4 Core
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
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.

TrimMINI CountrymanVolvo XC40
1

S ALL4 Oxford Edition

$34,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

B4 Core

$39,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

S ALL4 Signature Plus

$38,900 MSRP

B5 Core

$42,600 MSRP

3

S ALL4 Iconic

$42,300 MSRP

B4 Plus

$43,900 MSRP

4

SE ALL4 Signature Plus

$45,200 MSRP

B5 Plus

$47,300 MSRP

5

JCW ALL4 Signature Plus

$46,900 MSRP

B5 Ultra

$51,250 MSRP

6

SE ALL4 Iconic

$48,600 MSRP

B5 Ultra Black Edition

$51,900 MSRP

7

JCW ALL4 Iconic

$49,400 MSRP

Live inventory

MINI Countryman vs Volvo XC40 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 MINI Countryman or 2026 Volvo XC40?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 MINI Countryman vs 2026 Volvo XC40 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 MINI Countryman or 2026 Volvo XC40?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 MINI Countryman starts lower at $34,900. Live MINI Countryman listings start at $15,270. Live Volvo XC40 listings start at $18,895.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 MINI Countryman or 2026 Volvo XC40?
The 2027 MINI Countryman leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (34,900).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 MINI Countryman or 2026 Volvo XC40?
The 2027 MINI Countryman leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (212).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 MINI Countryman or 2026 Volvo XC40?
The 2027 MINI Countryman leads on horsepower in this comparison (312).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 MINI Countryman vs 2026 Volvo XC40?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volvo XC40 (5/5 NHTSA overall).