FIAT 500L vs. MINI Countryman
When comparing the FIAT 500L's and the MINI Countryman's specifications and ratings, the FIAT 500L has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The MINI Countryman has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the FIAT 500L's and the MINI Countryman's specifications and ratings, the MINI Countryman is a better car than the FIAT 500L.
FIAT 500L vs. MINI Countryman Pricing
A used 2020 FIAT 500L ranges from $15,799 to $22,011 while a used 2020 MINI Countryman is priced between $19,998 to $32,950.
FIAT 500L vs. MINI Countryman Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the FIAT 500L loses 48.1 percent of its value and the MINI Countryman loses 38.8 percent of its value. This means the MINI Countryman retains 9.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the FIAT 500L.
FIAT 500L vs. MINI Countryman Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the FIAT 500L is 6.9 out of 10 while the MINI Countryman's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the FIAT 500L being ranked 15 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks and the MINI Countryman being ranked 9 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs.
FIAT 500L vs. MINI Countryman Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the FIAT 500L is 7.0 out of 10. For the MINI Countryman the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the MINI Countryman a slight advantage in reliability compared to the FIAT 500L.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the FIAT 500L’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the MINI Countryman base engine makes 134 horsepower. The 500L is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles. The Countryman is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 531 miles. This gives the MINI Countryman the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the FIAT 500L. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The FIAT 500L, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The MINI Countryman, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$15,799 - $22,011
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$19,998 - $32,950
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38.8%
FIAT 500L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
MINI Countryman Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
FIAT 500L Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
18 out of / 28Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
25 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 28Ranking
27 out of / 43Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
42 out of / 43MINI Countryman Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 66Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
11 out of / 55Ranking
13 out of / 66Ranking
13 out of / 55Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 55Ranking
17 out of / 66Ranking
18 out of / 19Ranking
21 out of / 66Ranking
32 out of / 66Ranking
34 out of / 55Ranking
36 out of / 55Ranking
37 out of / 66Ranking
37 out of / 53Ranking
38 out of / 62Ranking
47 out of / 66Ranking
47 out of / 55Ranking
56 out of / 66Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
FIAT 500L Trim Levels
Lounge, Pop, Trekking, Urbana
MINI Countryman Trim Levels
Cooper, Cooper ALL4, Cooper S, Cooper S ALL4, John Cooper Works ALL4, Oxford Edition, Oxford Edition ALL4
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
290 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 33 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
419 / 531 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
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:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
22.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
121.1 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3254 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
167 inches
Wheelbase:
102.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R17
