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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross vs MINI Countryman
Selected trimYOU! Comfort RangeChange trim322 mi · 79.9 kWh · £34,065
Selected trimEChange trim310 mi · 65.2 kWh · £33,005
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C5 Aircross leads on family practicality and charging speed, while the MINI Countryman leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the MINI Countryman if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MINI Countryman leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Citroën
7.2
MINI
6.8
Too close to call
Motorway RangeMINI
Citroën
3.6
MINI
5.7
FamilyCitroën
Citroën
7.2
MINI
6.3
ChargingCitroën
Citroën
5.5
MINI
4.1
Cost Per MileMINI
Citroën
2.8
MINI
8.7
City DrivingMINI
Citroën
4.1
MINI
5.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
YOU! Comfort Range
- 105 litres more boot space
- 30 kW faster rapid charging
- 0.5 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | MINI CountrymanE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £34,065 | £33,005 (better) |
| Official range | 322 miles (better) | 310 miles |
| Boot space | 565 L (better) | 460 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.9 sec | 8.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
MINI Countryman
Length
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross4,652mm
MINI Countryman4,445mm-207mm
Width
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,936mm
MINI Countryman1,843mm-93mm
Height
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,692mm
MINI Countryman1,635mm-57mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | MINI CountrymanE |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,652 mm | 4,445 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,936 mm | 1,843 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,073 mm |
| Height | 1,692 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 464 mm spare | 557 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | MINI CountrymanE |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 892 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 565 L (better) | 460 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1450 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,200 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C5 Aircross YOU! Comfort Range |  MINI Countryman E |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.65m | 4.45m-207mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.84m-93mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.07m |
| Height | 1.69m | 1.64m-57mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 2.69m-103mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 565L (better) | 460L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1450L |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 892mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,184kg | 1,940kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,200kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 79.9kWh (better) | 65.2kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 322 mi (better) | 310 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW (better) | 130kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £34,065 | £33,005 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £32,565 (-£1,500) | £29,255 (-£3,750) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
* MINI Countryman: 11 kW AC is standard; 22 kW AC was an option.
* MINI Countryman: Current figure, for cars delivered from April 2026 after an efficiency update. Earlier cars have less range.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | MINI CountrymanE |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 322 miles (better) | 310 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 224 miles | 258 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW (better) | 130 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 170 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 73.7 kWh (better) | 65.2 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | MINI CountrymanE |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.9 sec | 8.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 157 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
YOU! Comfort Range
MINI Countryman
E
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C5 Aircross YOU! Comfort Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist62%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - MINI Countryman E
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | MINI CountrymanE |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross worth the extra £1,060 over the MINI Countryman?
The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross costs £1,060 more than the MINI Countryman. For that premium it adds 30 kW faster peak rapid charging and 105 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MINI Countryman comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the MINI Countryman?
The MINI Countryman is £1,060 cheaper to buy. The MINI Countryman is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £184 for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the MINI Countryman comes out roughly £1,260 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and MINI Countryman like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 224 miles for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and 258 miles for the MINI Countryman - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The MINI Countryman goes roughly 34 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the MINI Countryman?
The MINI Countryman is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 93 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 557 mm of total clearance for the MINI Countryman and about 464 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the MINI Countryman?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and 84% for the MINI Countryman. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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