Head-to-head
2027 Kia Sportage vs 2027 MINI Countryman
The MINI Countryman edges it, 87 to 84.4, on fuel & range, space & cargo, performance. The Kia Sportage is ahead on price and tech & comfort. Raise the tech & comfort weight from 3 to 4.7 and it flips.
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2027 Kia Sportage
The 2027 Kia Sportage is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid, hybrid and gas compact SUV with 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Sport…
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The 2027 MINI Countryman is sold in the U.S. as an electric and gas compact SUV with 3 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Countryman SE AL…
Verdict · default weights
2027 MINI Countryman
Slight edgeThe MINI Countryman edges it, 87 to 84.4, on fuel & range, space & cargo, performance. The Kia Sportage is ahead on price and tech & comfort. Raise the tech & comfort weight from 3 to 4.7 and it flips.
Fuel & range 2027 MINI Countryman leads by 53.7
Price 2027 Kia Sportage leads by 25.5
Tech & comfort 2027 Kia Sportage leads by 28.6
| Category · weight | 2027 Kia Sportageoverall 84.4 | 2027 MINI Countrymanoverall 87 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 74.5 | ||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | ||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 46.3 | 100 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 88.5 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 65.1 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 75.2 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 71.4 | ||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | ||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 84.4 | 87 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Kia Sportage: base trim LX FWD · MINI Countryman: base trim Countryman S ALL4 AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Raise the tech & comfort weight from 3 to 4.7 and the answer flips.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2027 MINI Countryman wins
- It is rated 98 combined against 41 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $850 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($800 against $1,650).
- It turns out 295 lb-ft of torque against 178.
Where the 2027 Kia Sportage answers
- It lists 37 standard driver-assist features against 20.
- It starts $9,910 lower ($28,990 against $38,900 base MSRP).
What they share
- A Safety Signal of 100.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
50 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Kia SportageLX FWD | MINI CountrymanCountryman S ALL4 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,990 | $38,900 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2,497 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine | 2.0 liter MINI TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder 16-valve 241-hp engine with twin-scroll turbocharger, Double-VANOS, Valvetronic, and high-precision direct injection |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | DOHC | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 241 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 25 mpg | 24 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 28 mpg | 27 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 33 mpg | 32 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.648 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 7 |
| Transmission type | automatic | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in | — |
| Overall height | 65.4 in | 65.2 in |
| Overall length | 184 in | 175 in |
| Overall width | 73.4 in | 72.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 109 in | — |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 69.3 cu-ft | — |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 36.6 cu-ft | 56.2 cu-ft |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39.6 in | 40.7 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.4 in | — |
| Third-row headroom | — | 37.8 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.4 in | 40.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | 41.3 in | — |
| Third-row legroom | — | 37 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,434 lbs | 3,777 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4,740 lbs | — |
| Payload capacity | — | 1,100 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | McPherson strut | Single-joint front axle |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link | Multi-link rear axle |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Column Type - Motor Driver Power Steering (MDPS) | — |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19.3 ft | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 320 mm | — |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Parking brake type | epb | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 300 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | — |
| Wheel width | 7 in | 7.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal | 14.3 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | MINI ConnectedDrive |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.5 in | 55.7 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.6 in | — |
| Third-row shoulder room | — | 54.8 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
188 features · differences first, then sharedSafety45 differ · 51 listed
| Feature | Kia SportageLX FWD | MINI CountrymanCountryman S ALL4 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance Fusion+ with Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist Detection and Direct Oncoming Detection and Avoidance | std | — |
| Highway Driving Assist (HDA2) | std | — |
| Active Driving Assistant Includes Forward Collision Mitigation, LEFT TURN Warning, LANE Keeping Assistant, AND Speed Limit Assistant | — | std |
| Blind-spot View Monitor (BVM) | std | — |
| Lane Following Assist 2 (LFA) | std | — |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA) | std | — |
| Dual front advanced airbags | std | — |
| Front seat-mounted side air bags | std | — |
| Full-length side curtain airbags | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | std | — |
| Navigation based Smart Cruise Control Curve (NSCC-C) | std | — |
| Parking Collision Avoidance - Reverse (PCA-R) | std | — |
| Rearview camera with dynamic guidelines | std | — |
| Downhill Brake Control (DBC) | std | — |
| Driver Attention Warning (DAW) with Leading Vehicle Departure Alert | std | — |
| Parking Distance Warning - Front and Rear (PDW-F/R) | std | — |
| Parking Distance Warning - Front and Rear (PDW-F/R) | std | — |
| Rear seat-mounted side airbags | std | — |
| Safe Exit Warning (SEW) | std | — |
| Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) | std | — |
| 10 Airbags Including, SIDE & HEAD Airbags FOR 1ST AND 2ND ROW Outer Seats | — | std |
| 12 YEAR / Unlimited Mileage RUST Perforation Warranty | — | std |
| 4 YEAR / 50,000 MILE Limited Warranty | — | std |
| 4 YEAR / Unlimited Mileage Roadside Assistance Program | — | std |
| Acoustic BELT Warning | — | std |
| Acoustic Safety-belt Warning | — | std |
| Active Driving Assistant Includes Forward Collision Mitigation, LEFT TURN Warning, LANE Keeping Assistant, AND Speed Limit Assistant | — | std |
| Alarm System | — | std |
| Automatic-locking Retractors (ALR) ON ALL Passenger-seat Safety Belts (FOR Installation OF Child-restraint Seats) & Outboard Latch Anchors | — | std |
| Blind Spot-Collision Warning (BCW) | std | — |
| Dynamic Cruise Control | — | std |
| Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Hold | std | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Fusion+ with Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist Detection and Direct Oncoming Detection and Avoidance | std | — |
| Front AND REAR HEAD Protection System (HPS) | — | std |
| Height adjustable up/down headrests | std | — |
| Height-adjustable front seat-belt anchors | std | — |
| Highway Driving Assist (HDA) | std | — |
| Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) | std | — |
| Impact sensing auto door unlock | std | — |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) | std | — |
| Parking Assistant Including Front AND REAR Parking Sensors | — | std |
| Rear-view Camera | — | std |
| Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) | std | — |
| Speed sensing auto door locks | std | — |
| Immobilizer | std | — |
| Active Cruise Control WITH STOP & GO | std | std |
| Active Driving Assistant Includes Forward Collision Mitigation, LEFT TURN Warning, LANE Keeping Assistant, AND Speed Limit Assistant | std | std |
| 4-WHEEL DISC Brakes WITH Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) AND Cornering Brake Control (CBC) | std | std |
| Automatic HIGH Beams | std | std |
| Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) | std | std |
| TIRE Pressure Monitor | std | std |
Infotainment28 differ · 29 listed
| Feature | Kia SportageLX FWD | MINI CountrymanCountryman S ALL4 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 12.3-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, SAT, HD Radio, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Andriod Auto (ccNC Lite) | std | — |
| MINI Assist Ecall™ Includes Emergency Request (SOS Button) AND Enhanced Automatic Collision Notification | — | std |
| MINI Assist Ecall™ Includes Emergency Request (SOS Button) AND Enhanced Automatic Collision Notification | — | std |
| MINI Navigation WITH Advanced Real-time Traffic Information, MINI Remote Services Including Stolen Vehicle Recovery, Remote DOOR Unlock, AND MINI APP | — | std |
| MINI Navigation WITH Advanced Real-time Traffic Information, MINI Remote Services Including Stolen Vehicle Recovery, Remote DOOR Unlock, AND MINI APP | — | std |
| MINI Navigation WITH Advanced Real-time Traffic Information, MINI Remote Services Including Stolen Vehicle Recovery, Remote DOOR Unlock, AND MINI App. THE Intelligent Personal Assistant Voice Control Offers Natural Speech Input FOR Various Functions, Including Navigation | — | std |
| 12.3-inch touchscreen navigation with Satellite Radio, Kia Connect, HD Radio, Voice Recognition, Wi-Fi, Map OTA, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (ccNC Navigation) | std | — |
| 6 speakers (including 2 tweeters) | std | — |
| 9.4" Round OLED Display | — | std |
| Apple Carplay® AND Android Auto™ Compatibility | — | std |
| Bluetooth phone and streaming audio hands-free | std | — |
| BMW Teleservices | — | std |
| Center speaker (front x1) | std | — |
| Front USB c-type charging and connection (x1) | std | — |
| Harman Kardon Premium Audio system | std | — |
| MINI Connecteddrive® Services | — | std |
| MINI Head-up Display | — | std |
| MINI Interaction UNIT | — | std |
| MINI Operating System 9 Optimized FOR Touch AND Voice Control | — | std |
| Paddle shifters | std | — |
| Personal ESIM 5G | — | std |
| Rear USB c-type chargers (x2 ports rear console) | std | — |
| Remote Software Upgrade Capable | — | std |
| Siriusxm® WITH 360L + 1 YEAR Platinum PLAN Subscription | — | std |
| SOUND SYSTEM - MINI Hi-Fi Sounds System | — | std |
| Steering wheel mounted audio controls | std | — |
| Subwoofer speaker (front x1) | std | — |
| USB Audio Connection AND Hands-free Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Incl. Audio Streaming | — | std |
| Wireless Device Charging | std | std |
Convenience12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Kia SportageLX FWD | MINI CountrymanCountryman S ALL4 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Height adjustable Smart power liftgate | std | — |
| Digital Key 2.0 Premium | std | — |
| Smart Key with Push Button Start with burglar alarm and panic function | std | — |
| 12V power outlet (console x1, cargo x1) | std | — |
| Additional 12-V Power Sockets | — | std |
| Comfort Access Keyless Entry | — | std |
| Power Front Windows WITH "one-touch" Up/down Operation AND Power REAR Windows | — | std |
| Power Tailgate | — | std |
| Power window with one-touch auto up/down (driver window) | std | — |
| Powered front and rear windows | std | — |
| Driver and Passenger's central door lock | std | — |
| Power windows with front one-touch auto up/down and safety | std | — |
Climate4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Kia SportageLX FWD | MINI CountrymanCountryman S ALL4 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd row air vents | std | — |
| DUAL ZONE Automatic Climate Control WITH Charcoal Filter | — | std |
| Dual-zone full automatic temperature control (FATC) | std | — |
| Automatic defog system | std | — |
Seating13 differ · 14 listed
| Feature | Kia SportageLX FWD | MINI CountrymanCountryman S ALL4 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support | std | — |
| SynTex premium artificial leather seating | std | — |
| 2-position Integrated Memory System (IMS) for driver's seat and outside mirrors | std | — |
| 6-way manual adjustable driver's seat | std | — |
| 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support | std | — |
| 4-way manual adjustable front passenger seat | std | — |
| Cloth seating | std | — |
| Front passenger seatback pockets | std | — |
| Manual Front Sport Seats Including 1-WAY Manual Headrests | — | std |
| Rear 60:40 folding with recline | std | — |
| SEAT UPHOLSTERY - Vescin/Cloth combination upholstery | — | std |
| SPLIT REAR SEAT - 40-20-40 Split Rear Seat | — | std |
| Rear center padded armrest with cup holders | std | — |
| Heated Front Seats | std | std |
Interior23 differ · 23 listed
| Feature | Kia SportageLX FWD | MINI CountrymanCountryman S ALL4 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| STEERING WHEEL - 3-spoke Vescin-wrapped, Sport Heated Steering Wheel | — | std |
| Automatic-dimming Interior Rear-view Mirror AND Driver's SIDE Exterior Mirrors | — | std |
| 2D-KNIT Fabric Dashboard | — | std |
| Cupholders FOR Front AND REAR Seats | — | std |
| Day and night rear-view mirror | std | — |
| Door pocket bottle holder | std | — |
| Extendable sunvisor | std | — |
| Front Center Armrest | — | std |
| Hydrographic wood center fascia | std | — |
| Leather wrapped steering wheel | std | — |
| Metal paint center fascia | std | — |
| Metal paint inside door handle | std | — |
| Multi-color, Adjustable Ambient Lighting | — | std |
| Padded front center armrest with storage box and cupholders | std | — |
| Soft PVC Trans gearshift knob | std | — |
| Soft-touch crashpad | std | — |
| Tilt and telescopic steering column | std | — |
| Illuminated sunvisor mirrors | std | — |
| Tilt/telescopic Steering Wheel Column | — | std |
| Floormats | — | std |
| Front passenger seatback pockets | std | — |
| LED luggage lamp | std | — |
| LED map lamp | std | — |
Exterior36 differ · 37 listed
| Feature | Kia SportageLX FWD | MINI CountrymanCountryman S ALL4 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Panoramic sunroof with power shade | std | — |
| Power folding outside mirrors | std | — |
| 18-inch Alloy wheels | std | — |
| Acoustic Laminated Windshield | std | — |
| Black radiator grille with silver trim | std | — |
| Body-color outside mirrors | std | — |
| Front variable intermittent windshield wipers | std | — |
| Gloss black outside mirrors | std | — |
| Gloss black radiator grille with dark trim / Gloss black unique design radiator grille with dark trim | std | — |
| Gloss black window DLO surround | std | — |
| Heated outside mirrors | std | — |
| Heated tailgate glass | std | — |
| Hidden rear tailgate glass wiper | std | — |
| LED fog light | std | — |
| LED Headlights WITH Cornering Lights | — | std |
| LED Low Projection and High MFR Beam Low and High Beam, Cube type | std | — |
| LED rear combination lights | std | — |
| Matte black over fender trim | std | — |
| Matte black side sill trim | std | — |
| PAINT - Non-metallic paint | — | std |
| Panoramic Glass ROOF WITH WIND Deflector AND Shading Systems | — | std |
| Power adjustable outside mirrors | std | — |
| Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals | std | — |
| Power Heated Mirrors, REAR Window & Washer JETS | — | std |
| Privacy rear windows (PHEV: Privacy rear windows) | std | — |
| Rain-sensing Windshield Wipers WITH Automatic Headlight Control | — | std |
| Rear spoiler | std | — |
| ROOF Rails | — | std |
| SEAL & Drive TIRE KIT | std | — |
| SEAL & DRIVE TIRE KIT (SE ALL4 only) / MOBILITY KIT (S ALL4 only) | — | std |
| Silver finish window DLO surround | std | — |
| TIRE / TYPE - All-season non run-flat tires | — | std |
| WHEELS - 18" Asteroid wheels with all-season tires | — | std |
| Auto light control | std | — |
| Privacy glass (tailgate and rear windows) | std | — |
| LED high mounted stop lamp | std | — |
| Daytime Driving Lights | std | std |
Powertrain10 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Kia SportageLX FWD | MINI CountrymanCountryman S ALL4 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | std | — |
| Terrain mode, Snow, Mud, Sand modes (AWD only) | std | — |
| 6-Speed Automatic Transmission | std | — |
| AUTO Start / STOP Function | — | std |
| Eco, Sport and MyDrive | std | — |
| Electric Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) | std | — |
| ENGINE - 2.0 liter MINI TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder 16-valve 241-hp engine / Dual all-electric motor with a total power output of 308-hp | — | std |
| MINI Experience Modes | — | std |
| TRANSMISSION - 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission / Automatic single-speed transmission with 2 regeneration levels | — | std |
| Transmission gear selector - Rotary Dial (Shift-by-wire) | std | — |
| ALL4 All-wheel Drive System | std | std |
Chassis5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Kia SportageLX FWD | MINI CountrymanCountryman S ALL4 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front AND REAR Anti-roll (stabilizer) BARS | — | std |
| McPherson strut front suspension | std | — |
| Multi-link rear suspension | std | — |
| Shock Absorber Type: Gas | std | — |
| Single-joint Front AXLE / Multi-link REAR AXLE Suspension | — | std |
Cargo2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Kia SportageLX FWD | MINI CountrymanCountryman S ALL4 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual-level cargo floor | std | — |
| Luggage net hook | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPKia Sportage
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 1 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (1), Engine (1), Power Train (1)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
MINI Countryman
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Kia SportageLX FWD | MINI CountrymanCountryman S ALL4 AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $28,990 (base trim) | $38,900 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $28,990 – $47,390 18 trims | $38,900 – $45,200 2 trims |
| Powertrains | PHEV, HEV, GAS | BEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Sportage Hybrid FWD | Countryman SE ALL4 (18 inch Wheels) |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 41 | 98 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,650 | $800 |
| EV range | — | 216 mi |
| Basic warranty | — | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | 4 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2027 Kia Sportage or the 2027 MINI Countryman?
The MINI Countryman edges it, 87 to 84.4, on fuel & range, space & cargo, performance. The Kia Sportage is ahead on price and tech & comfort. Raise the tech & comfort weight from 3 to 4.7 and it flips. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 MINI Countryman scores 87 and the 2027 Kia Sportage 84.4. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2027 Kia Sportage or the 2027 MINI Countryman?
The 2027 Kia Sportage starts lower — $28,990 against $38,900, a gap of $9,910 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2027 Kia Sportage or the 2027 MINI Countryman?
2027 Kia Sportage: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2027 MINI Countryman: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2027 Kia Sportage and the 2027 MINI Countryman?
Where the 2027 MINI Countryman wins: it is rated 98 combined against 41 (EPA mpg or MPGe), costs $850 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($800 against $1,650), and turns out 295 lb-ft of torque against 178. Where the 2027 Kia Sportage answers: it lists 37 standard driver-assist features against 20 and starts $9,910 lower ($28,990 against $38,900 base MSRP). What they share: a Safety Signal of 100.