Comparison: Boot space Mini Countryman vs. competitors 2024

How much cargo can handle this medium SUV?

Strap yourselves in, dear readers, for we're about to embark on a little journey through the cavernous (or not so much) realms of the MINI Countryman's boot space. Ah, the MINI Countryman—the automotive equivalent of a quirky British sitcom that somehow manages to blend practicality with personality. It's the car that scoffs at the conventional 'MINI' moniker and declares, 'Yes, I shall carry your antique chest of drawers and your dog, and I shall do it with flair!'

Mini Countryman - How has the boot space changed over the generations?

Let's roll back the Union Jack carpet and look at how the Countryman's boot has evolved, shall we? Initially, coming into play with the Countryman R60 (2010-2014) and its ever-so-slightly refreshed sibling, the R60 (1. Facelift) 2014-2016, MINI's adventurous offspring offered 350 liters of boot space, with a whopping 1170 liters upon folding the rear seats—a respectable area to accommodate your weekend getaway gear. Fast forward to the Countryman F60 (2017-2020), and the Countryman stretches its legs and broadens its chest to a hearty 450 liters, blossoming further to 1390 liters with the seats down. This gluttonous growth marked a significant step up for those requiring just that extra dollop of space for their potted plants and flat-pack furniture adventures. But hold your tweed hat, for the current model in our spotlight, the Countryman U25 2024-now, has cinched its belt slightly, offering a dynamic 405 liters or a still commendable 1275 liters with the back seats banished. A bizarre twist in the plot, but certainly, the car for those who appreciate a bit of a fitness regimen for their vehicles.

Mini Countryman generations

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Mini Countryman generations
Generation yearBoot space
Countryman, Model year 2010 (R60)350 l
Countryman, Model year 2014 (R60 (1. Facelift))350 l
Countryman, Model year 2017 (F60)450 l
Countryman, Model year 2020 (Countryman F60 (1. Facelift))450 l
Countryman, Model year 2024 (Countryman U25)450 l
The difference in Boot space between first generation (R60) from 2010 and last generation (Countryman U25) from 2024 is 100 l.
The boot space of the current generation of Countryman is 450 l.

Variants

The boot space compared to other Mini models

And how does our expansive Countryman compare within its own family? If you look at the MINI lineup, anything that remotely smacks of 'Electrics' or '3 doors' offers a rather cozy 210 to 211 liters. Really, just enough room for your wellies and a picnic basket if you're keen on minimalism. Fancy a drop-top? The MINI Cabrio models flirt with a tad more wiggle room at 215 liters, while the five-doored MINI expands to 278 liters—suitable for those with a smaller dog or perhaps a larger lunchbox. The MINI Clubman tips the scales at a more substantial 360 liters, yet is left in the dust by the Countryman's capacious 450-liter cargo hold. And let's not forget the rambunctious MINI Countryman John Cooper Works that flexes with a robust 505 liters, allowing for that extra set of golf clubs for your impromptu swing sessions.

Mini Countryman vs other current cars by Mini

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Boot space: Countryman vs. other models by Mini
Variant nameBoot space
Cooper Electric 3{door} 210 l
Cooper 3{door} 210 l
MINI 3{door} 211 l
MINI Electric 3{door} 211 l
MINI John Cooper Works 3{door} 211 l
MINI Cabrio 215 l
MINI Electric Cabrio 215 l
MINI John Cooper Works Cabrio 215 l
MINI 5{door} 278 l
Aceman 300 l
Clubman 360 l
Clubman John Cooper Works 360 l
Countryman 450 l
Countryman Electric 460 l
Countryman John Cooper Works 505 l

How does the boot space of the Mini Countryman compare to it's nearest competitors?

But in the grand game of vehicular Tetris, how does the Countryman's luggage lounge fare against its nearest rivals? Against the cheeky charm of the Nissan Qashqai, with its 410 liters, our British underdog holds its ground with a slightly lesser 405 liters. Renault's Kadjar, with its Gallic gusto, boasts a heftier 472 liters, nudging ahead of the MINI in this round. We could pit our intrepid explorer against the Citroen C5 Aircross, which frankly triumphs with a cavernous 580 liters, but one does recognize the allure of the MINI's dapper design over sheer volumetric victory, right?

On the smaller, perhaps nimbler end of things, the Toyota C-HR and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross both cater to the more compact class with 377 and 378 liters, respectively. And should you be in a sporty mood, the BMW X1 revs up with a 420-liter boot, shading the Countryman, but let's be honest, that's like comparing a finely aged Stilton with a bold Brie—they're both delightful in their own rights.

What we have here in the MINI Countryman is a boot that plays a rather decent hand of 'practical space' poker; it may not always have the winning card against its rivals, but one can't help but admire its pluck.

Mini Countryman vs. similar cars

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Boot space: Mini Countryman vs. similar cars
Car modelBoot space
Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2005958 l
SsangYong Rexton 2003935 l
Cadillac XT4 2020637 l
Hyundai Grand Santa Fe 2013634 l
Renault Rafale 2024627 l
SsangYong Kyron 2005625 l
Ford Edge 2016602 l
Hyundai ix55 2009598 l
Skoda Enyaq 2021585 l
Jaguar E-Pace 2018577 l
Mercedes-Benz GLB 2019570 l
ALPINA XD3 2013550 l
ALPINA XD4 2018525 l
Mercedes-Benz GLC 2015505 l
Volvo XC60 2008495 l
SsangYong Korando 2011486 l
Hyundai Santa Fe 2001469 l
BMW X5 2000465 l
Renault Koleos 2008450 l
MINI Countryman 2024450 l
Citroen C-Crosser 2007441 l
Infiniti QX30 2016430 l
Peugeot 4008 2012416 l
Ford Kuga 2008410 l
KIA Retona 1999394 l
Dodge Nitro 2007389 l
Honda ZR-V 2023380 l
Hyundai Tucson 2004325 l
SsangYong Actyon 2006321 l
Land Rover Freelander 1998311 l

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