2019 MINI Countryman vs. 2019 Kia Sorento
In comparing the 2019 MINI Countryman's and the 2019 Kia Sorento's specifications and ratings, the 2019 MINI Countryman has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. The 2019 Kia Sorento 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 2019 MINI Countryman's and the 2019 Kia Sorento's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Kia Sorento is a better car than the 2019 MINI Countryman.
2019 MINI Countryman vs. 2019 Kia Sorento Pricing
A used 2019 MINI Countryman ranges from $18,994 to $31,999 while a used 2019 Kia Sorento is priced between $15,598 to $27,949.
2019 MINI Countryman vs. 2019 Kia Sorento Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 MINI Countryman loses 38.8 percent of its value and the 2019 Kia Sorento loses 48.5 percent of its value. This means the 2019 MINI Countryman retains 9.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Kia Sorento.
2019 MINI Countryman vs. 2019 Kia Sorento Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the MINI Countryman is 7.6 out of 10 while the Kia Sorento's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the MINI Countryman being ranked 39 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs and the Kia Sorento being ranked 25 out of 66.
2019 MINI Countryman vs. 2019 Kia Sorento Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the MINI Countryman is 7.1 out of 10. For the Kia Sorento the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Kia Sorento a slight advantage in reliability compared to the MINI Countryman.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 MINI Countryman’s base engine makes 134 horsepower, and the 2019 Kia Sorento base engine makes 185 horsepower. The Countryman is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 531 miles. The Sorento is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 545 miles.This gives the 2019 MINI Countryman the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Kia Sorento the advantage in maximum range. The Countryman uses premium unleaded, and the Sorento uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2019 Kia Sorento, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2019 MINI Countryman, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2019 Kia Sorento has an average safety rating of 4.49 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18994 - 31999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.387866
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15598 - 27949
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.48549
MINI Countryman Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Kia Sorento Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.745714 / 10
Reliability:
8.047143 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
8.5 / 10
MINI Countryman Rankings
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59 out of / 66Kia Sorento Rankings
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58 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 MINI Countryman Trim Levels
Cooper, Cooper ALL4, Cooper S, Cooper S ALL4, John Cooper Works ALL4
2019 Kia Sorento Trim Levels
EX Sport, EX V6, L, LX, LX V6, S V6, SX Limited V6, SX V6
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:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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):
4.49 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:
185 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
178 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 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 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
386 / 531 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
414 / 545 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
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:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
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:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Cargo Space:
11.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
73 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
165.5 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:
3810 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
189 inches
Wheelbase:
109.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 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:
235/65R17