2025 MINI Countryman vs. 2024 Subaru Solterra Review

Picture of the 2025 MINI Countryman

2025 MINI
Countryman

MSRP*: $38,900 to $46,900
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Picture of the 2024 Subaru Solterra

2024 Subaru
Solterra

MSRP*: $44,995 to $51,995
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MPG - City 23 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 30 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 56.2 ft3 63.5 ft3
Engine
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 308-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 312-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 215-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 241 - 312 hp 215 hp
Exterior Length 174.5 - 175.1 in 184.6 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 73.2 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 35.1 - 37.0 in
Front 42.1 in
Rear 35.3 in
Head Room Front 40.7 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 38.6 - 38.8 in
Rear 37.1 - 38.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the MINI Countryman than the Subaru Solterra. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the MINI Countryman and the Subaru Solterra.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the MINI Countryman will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Subaru Solterra.

Dimensions
The MINI Countryman is about the same width as the Subaru Solterra. If you go with the MINI Countryman, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Subaru Solterra.

Handling
The MINI Countryman has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Solterra, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the MINI Countryman greatly out-muscles the Subaru Solterra.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the MINI Countryman does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Subaru Solterra.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the MINI Countryman and the Subaru Solterra. The MINI Countryman has less cargo space than the Subaru Solterra, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.