MINI Countryman vs Volkswagen Taos
Overview | |
MSRP$32,650 | MSRP$24,155 |
Average price$19,399 | Average price$24,164 |
Listings3369 | Listings9323 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe new Countryman arrives next year and we know at least one version of the 2025 Countryman will be electric, if not all of them. In the meantime, the 2024 Mini Countryman enters its eighth year in second-generation spec. The base Cooper model comes only in Classic trim this year, the Signature trim package adds a standard navigation system, and the Cooper SE plug-in hybrid is more appealing thanks to a lower-priced base version and more standard features in the top-of-the-line Iconic trim package. | |
Reviews SummaryOffering available all-wheel drive, a higher driving position, a roomy interior for four people, and plenty of utility, entry-level SUVs pay dividends in exchange for their higher price tags. Volkswagen introduced its new, most affordable crossover in 2022, and the 2023 Taos adds more standard safety features and equipment. Otherwise, aside from a lack of engine power and drivetrain refinement, it remains an appealing choice in the small SUV segment. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 | Engine1.5L 158 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City26 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 | Engine Name1.5L 158 hp I4 |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space17.6 cu ft | Cargo Space27.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3444 lbs | Curb Weight3175 lbs |
Height61.3 in | Height64.4 in |
Length169.7 in | Length175.8 in |
Width78.8 in | Width72.5 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase105.9 in |
Maximum Payload820 lbs | Maximum Payload937 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $32,650 | $24,155 |
Average price | $19,399 | $24,164 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 6.5 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The new Countryman arrives next year and we know at least one version of the 2025 Countryman will be electric, if not all of them. In the meantime, the 2024 Mini Countryman enters its eighth year in second-generation spec. The base Cooper model comes only in Classic trim this year, the Signature trim package adds a standard navigation system, and the Cooper SE plug-in hybrid is more appealing thanks to a lower-priced base version and more standard features in the top-of-the-line Iconic trim package. | Offering available all-wheel drive, a higher driving position, a roomy interior for four people, and plenty of utility, entry-level SUVs pay dividends in exchange for their higher price tags. Volkswagen introduced its new, most affordable crossover in 2022, and the 2023 Taos adds more standard safety features and equipment. Otherwise, aside from a lack of engine power and drivetrain refinement, it remains an appealing choice in the small SUV segment. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 134 hp I3 | 1.5L 158 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm | |
MPG City | 26 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 134 hp I3 | 1.5L 158 hp I4 |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm | |
Horsepower | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 17.6 cu ft | 27.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3444 lbs | 3175 lbs |
Height | 61.3 in | 64.4 in |
Length | 169.7 in | 175.8 in |
Width | 78.8 in | 72.5 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 820 lbs | 937 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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