2018 MINI Countryman vs. 2018 Subaru Outback
In comparing the 2018 MINI Countryman's and the 2018 Subaru Outback's specifications and ratings, the 2018 MINI Countryman has the advantage in the area of resale value. The 2018 Subaru Outback has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 MINI Countryman's and the 2018 Subaru Outback's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Subaru Outback is a better car than the 2018 MINI Countryman.
2018 MINI Countryman vs. 2018 Subaru Outback Pricing
A used 2018 MINI Countryman ranges from $17,978 to $27,995 while a used 2018 Subaru Outback is priced between $16,995 to $28,934.
2018 MINI Countryman vs. 2018 Subaru Outback Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 MINI Countryman loses 38.8 percent of its value and the 2018 Subaru Outback loses 39.5 percent of its value. This means the 2018 MINI Countryman retains 0.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Subaru Outback.
2018 MINI Countryman vs. 2018 Subaru Outback Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the MINI Countryman is 7.6 out of 10 while the Subaru Outback's quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the MINI Countryman being ranked 34 out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs and the Subaru Outback being ranked 5 out of 56. Out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs, the MINI Countryman is ranked 39 and the Subaru Outback is ranked 4.
2018 MINI Countryman vs. 2018 Subaru Outback Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the MINI Countryman is 7.1 out of 10. For the Subaru Outback the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Subaru Outback an advantage in reliability compared to the MINI Countryman.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 MINI Countryman’s base engine makes 134 horsepower, and the 2018 Subaru Outback base engine makes 175 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 Subaru Outback, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 Subaru Outback has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17978 - 27995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.387866
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16995 - 28934
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.395466
MINI Countryman Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Subaru Outback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.933592 / 10
Reliability:
8.800776 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
MINI Countryman Rankings
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10 out of / 66Ranking
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34 out of / 49Ranking
35 out of / 58Ranking
37 out of / 56Ranking
39 out of / 66Ranking
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49 out of / 56Ranking
59 out of / 66Subaru Outback Rankings
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1 out of / 66Ranking
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5 out of / 56Ranking
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13 out of / 66Ranking
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26 out of / 49Ranking
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28 out of / 66Ranking
30 out of / 56Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 MINI Countryman Trim Levels
Cooper, Cooper ALL4, Cooper S, Cooper S ALL4, John Cooper Works ALL4
2018 Subaru Outback Trim Levels
2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Touring, 3.6R Limited, 3.6R Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
134 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
174 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
386 / 547 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
17.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
47.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
114.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
35.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
73.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
143.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3300 lbs
Width:
78.9 inches
Height:
61.3 inches
Length:
169.8 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3622 lbs
Width:
81.3 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
189.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/65R17