Head-to-head
Mini Countryman Electric vs Ford Mustang Mach-E
Two suvs priced within $1,000 of each other. Here's where each pulls ahead on range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Mini Countryman Electric
The largest Mini — now electric, built in BMW's Leipzig plant. Shares its electric architecture with the BMW iX1. 501 km WLTP range is meaningful for a Mini.
- From
- $64,990
- Range
- 501 km
- Battery
- 65.2 kWh
Option B · SUV
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Ford's polarising electric SUV that wears the Mustang nameplate. Long-debated styling decision aside, the GT performance variants are genuinely quick and the cabin is well-resolved.
- From
- $65,990
- Range
- 470 km
- Battery
- 73 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Mini Countryman Electric and Ford Mustang Mach-E, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Mini Countryman Electric
The Mini Countryman Electric goes 31 km further on a charge (501 vs 470 km WLTP).
- 2
Battery · advantage Ford Mustang Mach-E
The Ford Mustang Mach-E carries a 7.8 kWh larger battery (73 vs 65.2 kWh).
- 3
Power · advantage Ford Mustang Mach-E
The Ford Mustang Mach-E puts down 42 kW more (212 vs 170 kW).
- 4
DC charging · advantage Ford Mustang Mach-E
The Ford Mustang Mach-E accepts 20 kW more DC peak charging (150 vs 130 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 5
0–100 km/h · advantage Ford Mustang Mach-E
The Ford Mustang Mach-E is 1.9 s quicker to 100 km/h (6.6 s vs 8.5 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Mini Countryman Electric wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,000
- ▸ 31 km longer WLTP range
Where the Ford Mustang Mach-E wins
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (6.6s vs 8.5s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (150 kW vs 130 kW)
Mini Countryman Electric
What we like
- ✓ Longest Mini ever (most practical interior)
- ✓ 501 km WLTP range from 65 kWh battery
- ✓ German-built (BMW Leipzig)
What we don't
- ✕ Largest Mini ever — divisive for fans of small Minis
- ✕ Premium pricing within Mini range
- ✕ Modest 0–100 by EV standards
Ford Mustang Mach-E
What we like
- ✓ 5-star Euro NCAP rating (2021)
- ✓ Strong GT performance variants
- ✓ Ford's nationwide service network
What we don't
- ✕ Mustang nameplate on an SUV polarises traditional Ford fans
- ✕ Pricing climbs sharply for higher trims
- ✕ Software inherited from Ford's older platforms
Frequently asked: Mini Countryman Electric vs Ford Mustang Mach-E
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Mini Countryman Electric or the Ford Mustang Mach-E?
- The Mini Countryman Electric is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $64,990 versus $65,990 for the Ford Mustang Mach-E, a $1,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Mini Countryman Electric has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 501 km, 31 km further than the Ford Mustang Mach-E's 470 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Ford Mustang Mach-E accepts a peak DC charging rate of 150 kW versus 130 kW for the Mini Countryman Electric. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Ford Mustang Mach-E does 0–100 km/h in 6.6 seconds — 1.9 s quicker than the Mini Countryman Electric's 8.5 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Mini Countryman Electric
if…
- ✓ you match the profile: mini families
Choose the
Ford Mustang Mach-E
if…
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: performance ev buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.