BYD ATTO 2 vs Mini Countryman Electric

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Mini Countryman Electric has the higher published DC charging figure at 130 kW, which is roughly 63% higher than the BYD ATTO 2 at 80 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the published fast-charge window, the Mini Countryman Electric is listed at about 29 minutes, which is 3 minutes quicker than the BYD ATTO 2 at 32 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Mini Countryman Electric has a WLTP rated range of approximately 462 km, which is roughly 150 km more than the BYD ATTO 2 at approximately 312 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Mini Countryman Electric consumes 163 Wh/km, compared to 184 Wh/km for the BYD ATTO 2. That means the Mini Countryman Electric uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Mini Countryman Electric has approximately 65.2 kWh of useable battery , while the BYD ATTO 2 has approximately 45 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

If fast charging is your priority, the Mini Countryman Electric has the higher published DC figure (up to 130 kW) and the shorter published charge time at approximately 29 minutes. For long road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Mini Countryman Electric supports up to 11 kW, compared to up to 7.4 kW for the BYD ATTO 2. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can matter at those locations if the higher AC figure is fitted on the car you buy.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Mini Countryman Electric is the more efficient choice at 163 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Mini Countryman Electric has a WLTP rated range of approximately 462 km, which is roughly 150 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.