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Kia EV2 vs MINI Countryman
Selected trimAirChange trim281 mi · 61 kWh · £27,995
Selected trimEChange trim310 mi · 65.2 kWh · £33,005
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia EV2 leads on charging speed and city driving, while the MINI Countryman leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kia EV2 if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the MINI Countryman if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MINI Countryman edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueMINI
Kia
5.1
MINI
6.8
Motorway Range
Kia
5.5
MINI
5.7
Too close to call
FamilyMINI
Kia
2.1
MINI
6.3
ChargingKia
Kia
4.8
MINI
4.1
Cost Per Mile
Kia
8.3
MINI
8.7
Too close to call
City DrivingKia
Kia
8.8
MINI
5.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
MINI Countryman
E
- 29 miles more WLTP range
- 98 litres more boot space
- 50 kW more power
- 0.9s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1 more year of battery warranty
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | MINI CountrymanE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,995 (better) | £33,005 |
| Official range | 281 miles | 310 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 362 L | 460 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 8.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Kia EV2
MINI Countryman
Length
Kia EV24,060mm-385mm
MINI Countryman4,445mm
Width
Kia EV21,800mm-43mm
MINI Countryman1,843mm
Height
Kia EV21,575mm-60mm
MINI Countryman1,635mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | MINI CountrymanE |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,060 mm | 4,445 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm (better) | 1,843 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,073 mm |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Turning circle | 10 m (better) | 11.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare (better) | 557 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | MINI CountrymanE |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 892 mm |
| Boot space (seats up) | 362 L | 460 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1450 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,200 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Kia EV2
- At 4,060 mm, shorter than 100% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 6 SUVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
MINI Countryman
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia EV2 Air |  MINI Countryman E |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.06m | 4.45m+385mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.84m+43mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.07m |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.64m+60mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.69m+127mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 362L | 460L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1450L |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 892mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.02m (better) | 11.4m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,940kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,200kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh | 65.2kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi | 310 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 130kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,995 (better) | £33,005 |
| Price after EV grant | £24,245 (-£3,750) (better) | £29,255 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
* Kia EV2: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
* 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 | Kia EV2Air | MINI CountrymanE |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 281 miles | 310 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 234 miles | 258 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 130 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 61 kWh | 65.2 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | MINI CountrymanE |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 8.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Kia EV2
Air
MINI Countryman
E
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Kia EV2
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Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Kia EV2 Air
Kia EV2 Air
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
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 | Kia EV2Air | MINI CountrymanE |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 8 years (better) |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Kia EV2
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MINI Countryman
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MINI Countryman worth the extra £5,010 over the Kia EV2?
The MINI Countryman costs £5,010 more than the Kia EV2. For that premium it adds 29 miles more WLTP range, 98 litres more boot space and 50 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MINI Countryman comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Kia EV2 or the MINI Countryman?
The Kia EV2 is £5,010 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Kia EV2 comes out roughly £5,010 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Kia EV2 and MINI Countryman like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 234 miles for the Kia EV2 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 24 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia EV2 or the MINI Countryman?
The Kia EV2 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 43 mm narrower than the MINI Countryman. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV2 and about 557 mm of total clearance for the MINI Countryman. The Kia EV2 also turns in a 1.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia EV2 or the MINI Countryman?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Kia EV2 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. The MINI Countryman has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia EV2.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .