Mini Countryman Electric vs Nissan Ariya

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Nissan Ariya has the higher published DC charging figure at 130 kW, which is comparable to the Mini Countryman Electric at 130 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 19 minutes quicker than the Nissan Ariya at 48 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Nissan Ariya has a WLTP rated range of approximately 536 km, which is roughly 74 km more than the Mini Countryman Electric at approximately 462 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 193 Wh/km for the Nissan Ariya. 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 Nissan Ariya has approximately 87 kWh of useable battery , while the Mini Countryman Electric has approximately 65.2 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

Both cars show similar published DC fast-charging figures at 130 kW. For road trips, the one with more range between stops may be more practical.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Nissan Ariya supports up to 7.4 kW (22 kW optional), compared to up to 11 kW for the Mini Countryman Electric. 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 Nissan Ariya has a WLTP rated range of approximately 536 km, which is roughly 74 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.