MINI Countryman vs. Volkswagen Tiguan
In comparing the MINI Countryman's and the Volkswagen Tiguan's specifications and ratings, the MINI Countryman has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and resale value. The Volkswagen Tiguan has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the MINI Countryman's and the Volkswagen Tiguan's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Tiguan is a better car than the MINI Countryman.
MINI Countryman vs. Volkswagen Tiguan Pricing
A used 2024 MINI Countryman ranges from $36,486 to $45,185 while a used 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan is priced between $29,751 to $38,039. For a new model, the MINI Countryman's price is between $36,790 and $48,772, with the Volkswagen Tiguan priced between $30,476 and $40,828.
MINI Countryman vs. Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan loses 44.1 percent of its value. This means the MINI Countryman retains 5.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volkswagen Tiguan.
MINI Countryman vs. Volkswagen Tiguan Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the MINI Countryman is 7.6 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Tiguan's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the MINI Countryman being ranked 34 out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs and the Volkswagen Tiguan being ranked 26 out of 56. Out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs, the MINI Countryman is ranked 39 and the Volkswagen Tiguan is ranked 29.
MINI Countryman vs. Volkswagen Tiguan Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the MINI Countryman is 7.1 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Tiguan the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the MINI Countryman a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the MINI Countryman’s base engine makes 134 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Tiguan base engine makes 184 horsepower. The Countryman is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 miles. The Tiguan is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. This gives the MINI Countryman the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volkswagen Tiguan. The Countryman uses premium unleaded, and the Tiguan uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Volkswagen Tiguan, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The MINI Countryman, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volkswagen Tiguan has an average safety rating of 4.79 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
36790 - 48772
Used Asking Price:
36486 - 45185
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.387866
Pricing
New Asking Price:
30476 - 40828
Used Asking Price:
29751 - 38039
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.441198
MINI Countryman Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Tiguan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.096667 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.8 / 10
MINI Countryman Rankings
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62 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
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 Tiguan Trim Levels
S, S 4Motion, SE, SE 4Motion, SE R-Line Black, SE R-Line Black 4Motion, SEL R-Line 4Motion
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):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
134 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 1480 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
184 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 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:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 32 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
419 / 515 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
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:
114.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
65.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
136.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3444 lbs
Width:
78.8 inches
Height:
61.3 inches
Length:
169.7 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3732 lbs
Width:
82.6 inches
Height:
66.4 inches
Length:
186.1 inches
Wheelbase:
109.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P215/65R17