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MINI Countryman vs Omoda E5
Selected trimEChange trim310 mi · 65.2 kWh · £33,005
Selected trimKnightChange trim267 mi · 61 kWh · £33,065
At a glance
In this comparison, MINI Countryman leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Omoda E5 leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MINI Countryman if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Omoda E5 if...
- 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.
ValueMINI
MINI
6.8
Omoda
6.2
Motorway RangeMINI
MINI
5.7
Omoda
3.7
FamilyMINI
MINI
6.3
Omoda
5.7
Charging
MINI
4.1
Omoda
4.4
Too close to call
Cost Per MileMINI
MINI
8.7
Omoda
4.1
City DrivingOmoda
MINI
5.5
Omoda
6.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | MINI CountrymanE | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,005 (better) | £33,065 |
| Official range | 310 miles (better) | 267 miles |
| Boot space | 460 L (better) | 380 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min | 28 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8.6 sec | 7.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Omoda E5
Length
MINI Countryman4,445mm
Omoda E54,424mm-21mm
Width
MINI Countryman1,843mm
Omoda E51,830mm-13mm
Height
MINI Countryman1,635mm
Omoda E51,588mm-47mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MINI CountrymanE | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,445 mm | 4,424 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,843 mm | 1,830 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,073 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,588 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.4 m | 10.8 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 557 mm spare | 570 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MINI CountrymanE | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 892 mm | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 460 L (better) | 380 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1450 L (better) | 1075 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,200 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  MINI Countryman E |  Omoda E5 Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.45m | 4.42m-21mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 1.83m-13mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.07m | Not available |
| Height | 1.64m | 1.59m-47mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.69m | 2.63m-62mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 147mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 460L (better) | 380L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1450L (better) | 1075L |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 892mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.4m | 10.8m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg | 1,710kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,200kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 65.2kWh (better) | 61kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 310 mi (better) | 267 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | 130kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,005 (better) | £33,065 |
| Price after EV grant | £29,255 (-£3,750) | £33,065 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
* 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 | MINI CountrymanE | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 310 miles (better) | 267 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 258 miles (better) | 194 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | 130 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 160 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 65.2 kWh (better) | 60 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | MINI CountrymanE | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.6 sec | 7.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 150 kW | 155 kW (better) |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 288 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
MINI Countryman
E
Omoda E5
Knight
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | MINI CountrymanE | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £29,357 | £22,098 |
| Average used price | £34,075 | £23,495 |
| Saving vs RRP | At or above new price | £9,570 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 17.9% over ~6 months | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Calculate company-car tax
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Cost per mile
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Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
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)
Euro NCAP - Omoda E5 Knight
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | MINI CountrymanE | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MINI Countryman or the Omoda E5?
The MINI Countryman is £60 cheaper to buy. The MINI Countryman is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £176 for the Omoda E5, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £220 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the MINI Countryman and Omoda E5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 258 miles for the MINI Countryman and 194 miles for the Omoda E5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The MINI Countryman goes roughly 64 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MINI Countryman or the Omoda E5?
The two are within 13 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 570 mm of total clearance for the Omoda E5 and about 557 mm of total clearance for the MINI Countryman. The Omoda E5 also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MINI Countryman or the Omoda E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the MINI Countryman and 90% for the Omoda E5. That gives the Omoda E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Omoda E5's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the MINI Countryman's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Further reading
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .