MINI Countryman vs Volvo XC90

2025 Volvo XC90
2025 Volvo XC90
$57,400MSRP
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2024 MINI Countryman
2024 MINI Countryman
$32,650MSRP
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2025 Volvo XC90
$57,400MSRP
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2024 MINI Countryman
$32,650MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

2003-2014

Years produced

2011-Present

MSRP

$57,400

MSRP

$32,650

Average price

$35,320

Average price

$19,853

Listings

9025

Listings

6054

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.3 out of 10

Expert reviews

6.5 out of 10
Pros
  • Stylish design
  • Great safety ratings
  • User-friendly technology
Cons
  • Semi-autonomous driving not available
  • Top-tier sound system costs extra even on top trim
Pros
  • Stylish design
  • Fun to drive
  • Easy-to-use technology
Cons
  • Underwhelming base engine
  • Not much cargo space
  • Lacks expected safety features

Reviews Summary

The second-generation XC90 gets its second substantial refresh for 2025. It’s still offered in Core, Plus, and Ultra trims and with a choice of mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, but Volvo has upped the ante. The midsize three-row gets updated styling, materials, and feature offerings, as well as some mechanical tweaks that aim to improve ride comfort and handling. We had the opportunity to experience the T8 and the B5 powertrains, both in Ultra trim, on a Volvo drive program in Europe.

Verdict: The Volvo XC90 was already quite a good vehicle. It’s earned its position as Volvo’s flagship SUV with oft-praised style and substance. For 2025, it has been made even better.

Reviews 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.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

Engine

1.5L 134 hp I3

Drive Train

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

7

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

Horsepower

134 hp @ 4500 rpm

MPG City

MPG City

26

MPG Highway

MPG Highway

32
2025 Volvo XC90
2025 Volvo XC90
$57,400MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2024 MINI Countryman
2024 MINI Countryman
$32,650MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2025 Volvo XC90
$57,400MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 MINI Countryman
$32,650MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
2003-2014
2011-Present
MSRP
$57,400
$32,650
Average price
$35,320
$19,853
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews
4.5
4.5
Expert reviews

8.3 out of 10

Read full review

6.5 out of 10

Read full review
Pros & cons
Pros
  • Stylish design
  • Great safety ratings
  • User-friendly technology
Cons
  • Semi-autonomous driving not available
  • Top-tier sound system costs extra even on top trim
Pros
  • Stylish design
  • Fun to drive
  • Easy-to-use technology
Cons
  • Underwhelming base engine
  • Not much cargo space
  • Lacks expected safety features
Summary

The second-generation XC90 gets its second substantial refresh for 2025. It’s still offered in Core, Plus, and Ultra trims and with a choice of mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, but Volvo has upped the ante. The midsize three-row gets updated styling, materials, and feature offerings, as well as some mechanical tweaks that aim to improve ride comfort and handling. We had the opportunity to experience the T8 and the B5 powertrains, both in Ultra trim, on a Volvo drive program in Europe.

Verdict: The Volvo XC90 was already quite a good vehicle. It’s earned its position as Volvo’s flagship SUV with oft-praised style and substance. For 2025, it has been made even better.

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.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
1.5L 134 hp I3
Drive Train
FWD
Seating Capacity
7
5
Horsepower
134 hp @ 4500 rpm
MPG City
26
MPG Highway
32
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