MINI Countryman vs. Volkswagen Golf
In comparing the MINI Countryman's and the Volkswagen Golf's specifications and ratings, the MINI Countryman has the advantage in the areas of resale value and interior volume. The Volkswagen Golf has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the MINI Countryman's and the Volkswagen Golf's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Golf is a better car than the MINI Countryman.
MINI Countryman vs. Volkswagen Golf Pricing
A used 2021 MINI Countryman ranges from $24,821 to $37,018 while a used 2021 Volkswagen Golf is priced between $17,231 to $24,998.
MINI Countryman vs. Volkswagen Golf Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the MINI Countryman loses 38.8 percent of its value and the Volkswagen Golf loses 40 percent of its value. This means the MINI Countryman retains 1.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volkswagen Golf.
MINI Countryman vs. Volkswagen Golf Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the MINI Countryman is 7.6 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Golf's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the MINI Countryman being ranked 9 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Volkswagen Golf being ranked 4 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks.
MINI Countryman vs. Volkswagen Golf Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the MINI Countryman is 7.1 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Golf the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Volkswagen Golf an advantage in reliability compared to the MINI Countryman.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the MINI Countryman’s base engine makes 134 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Golf base engine makes 147 horsepower. The Countryman is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 531 miles. The Golf is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 miles.This gives the Volkswagen Golf the advantage in fuel efficiency and the MINI Countryman the advantage in maximum range. The Countryman uses premium unleaded, and the Golf uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The MINI Countryman, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Volkswagen Golf, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volkswagen Golf 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:
24821 - 37018
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.387866
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17231 - 24998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.400111
MINI Countryman Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Golf Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.724282 / 10
Reliability:
8.172846 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
MINI Countryman Rankings
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1 out of / 20Ranking
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10 out of / 66Ranking
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11 out of / 56Ranking
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34 out of / 56Ranking
34 out of / 49Ranking
35 out of / 58Ranking
37 out of / 56Ranking
39 out of / 66Ranking
46 out of / 66Ranking
49 out of / 56Ranking
59 out of / 66Volkswagen Golf Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
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10 out of / 28Ranking
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25 out of / 26Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
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33 out of / 43Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
MINI Countryman Trim Levels
Cooper, Cooper ALL4, Cooper S, Cooper S ALL4, John Cooper Works ALL4
Volkswagen Golf Trim Levels
TSI
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:
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):
0.039 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 39 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 515 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:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 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:
114.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
17.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
42.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
110.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3443 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:
2945 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
167.6 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 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:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16