2025 MINI Countryman vs. MINI Cooper Hardtop 4 Door
Perky in performance and practical in design, the 2025 MINI Countryman and the 2025 MINI Cooper Hardtop 4 Door are designed for head-turning, corner-gripping excitement. Both models deliver the iconic MINI charm and go-kart-like agility, but each brings a unique twist to the road — one with the extra space of an SUV, the other with the city-friendly prowess. In this comparison from the experts at MINI of Fort Wayne, we take a look at the size, performance, and features of the 2025 Countryman vs. Cooper Hardtop 4 Door to help you decide which spirited four-door model best fits your lifestyle.
Check out our Countryman review for a look at its general specifications, or see which of the Countryman trims has your desired features. Fancy a more compact four-door? Learn more with our in-depth Cooper Hardtop 4 Door review and discover your perfect match with the help of our Cooper Hardtop 4 Door trims guide.
Shop our inventory to find the latest selection of both models, or visit our MINI dealership in Fort Wayne, IN, to compare and test drive each MINI model for a firsthand experience. If you have questions or would like to schedule a test drive ahead of time, reach out to us online or call us at (260) 436-9000, and we'll be glad to help you.
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2025 MINI Cooper Countryman vs. MINI Cooper Hardtop 4 Door Interior Design & Cargo Space
From bold design to clever use of space, the 2025 MINI Countryman and Cooper Hardtop 4 Door take two distinct approaches to their fun-sized and tech-packed interiors. Both offer stylish cabins with plush Vescin and cloth combination seat upholstery, a two-dimensional (2D) fabric-upholstered dashboard, and multi-color ambient lighting. Both models comfortably seat five passengers. The Countryman provides more interior room for passengers and cargo and is standard with remote engine start. However, the Cooper Hardtop 4 Door leans more into compact convenience.
Shared standard features include:
- Panoramic moonroof with shading system
- Vescin/cloth combination seat upholstery
- Heated, power front seats
- Heated, Vescin-wrapped sport steering wheel
- Two-dimensional (2D) knit fabric dashboard
- Multi-color ambient interior lighting
- MINI Experience Modes: vivid, core, green, timeless, go-kart, balance, trail, and personal
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Comfort access keyless entry
Compare the size and capacities of each model in the following table:
Model | 2025 Countryman | 2025 Cooper Hardtop 4 Door |
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Overall Length | 175 in. | 152.6 in. |
Seating Capacity | Five | Five |
Legroom (Front/Rear) | 40.4 / 37 in. | 41.4 / 30.8 in. |
Headroom (Front/Rear) | 40.7 / 39.1 in. | 40.3 / 36.9 in. |
Shoulder Room (Front/Rear) | 55.7 / 54.8 in. | 51.2 / 49.1 in. |
Cargo Space w/ Rear Seats Upright | 24.9 cu.-ft. | 8.9 cu.-ft. |
Max. Cargo Space w/ Rear Seats Folded | 56.1 cu.-ft. | 34.4 cu.-ft. |
2025 MINI Cooper Countryman vs. MINI Cooper Hardtop 4 Door Performance Specs
Swift, spirited performance comes standard in the 2025 MINI Countryman and Cooper Hardtop 4 Door, but how they deliver it sets them apart. Both models offer 2.0L MINI TwinPower turbocharged engines and seven-speed dual-clutch transmissions, but the Countryman edges out with the availability of a John Cooper Works (JCW)-tuned engine and an all-electric powertrain. Drivetrains also differ, with the Countryman equipped with ALL4 all-wheel drive (AWD), while the Cooper Hardtop 4 Door sticks with front-wheel drive (FWD). When it comes to their combustion engine fuel economy, the Cooper Hardtop 4 Door provides more efficient city and highway MPGs.
Compare key engine specs of each model in the following table:
Model | 2025 Countryman | 2025 Cooper Hardtop 4 Door |
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Number of Engine Options | Two gas, one all-electric | Two gas |
Horsepower (Standard/Max. Available) | 241 / 308 HP | 161 / 201 HP |
Torque (Standard/Max. Available) | 296 / 364 lb.-ft. | 184 / 221 lb.-ft. |
Drivetrain | ALL4 AWD | FWD |
Max. Available Gas MPG (City/Hwy) | 24 / 32 | 28 / 39 |
Max. Available Electric MPGe (City/Hwy) | 99 / 94 | N/A |
0-60 MPH (Standard/Quickest Available) | 6.2 / 5.2 sec. | 7.4 / 6.3 sec. |
2025 MINI Cooper Countryman vs. MINI Cooper Hardtop 4 Door Safety & Technology Specs
Tech-savvy and safety-minded, the 2025 MINI Countryman and Cooper Hardtop 4 Door pack a wealth of innovative features into their compact cabins. Both are standard with the signature round infotainment touchscreen, a head-up display, smartphone integrations, and dynamic cruise control for highway drives. The Countryman steps up by including the Active Driving Assistant suite of driver assistance features as standard, while this suite is reserved for higher trim levels in the Cooper Hardtop 4 Door. Both models are available with a premium Harman Kardon® audio system for a richer in-cabin sound experience.
Shared standard safety and connectivity features include:
- Head-up display
- 9.4-in. round organic LED touchscreen display
- MINI Operating System 9
- MINI Navigation
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
- Bluetooth®
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
- Wireless device charging
- USB ports
- Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
- MINI ConnectedDrive® services capability
- BMW TeleServices
- Rearview camera
- Dynamic cruise control
- Parking assistant with front and rear sensors
- Alarm system
Shared available safety and connectivity features include:
- Harman Kardon sound system
- Navigation with augmented reality
- Interior camera
- Parking Assistant Plus
Safety and connectivity features exclusive to the Countryman include:
- Active blind spot detection
- Lane departure warning
- Front collision warning with brake intervention
- Driving Assistant Plus
- Active Driving Assistant Pro
2025 MINI Cooper Countryman vs. MINI Cooper Hardtop 4 Door Exterior Color Options
Countryman
Paint Colors
- Nanuq White Metallic
- Melting Silver III Metallic
- Midnight Black II
- Chili Red II
- Slate Blue
- Smokey Green
- Blazing Blue
- Indigo Sunset Blue
- British Racing Green IV Metallic
- Legend Grey
Roof Colors
- Body color
- Silver
- Black
- White
- Chili Red
Cooper Hardtop 4 Door
Paint Colors
- Nanuq White Metallic
- Melting Silver III Metallic
- Midnight Black II
- Chili Red II
- Ocean Wave Green
- Sunny Side Yellow
- Blazing Blue
- Icy Sunshine Blue
- Indigo Sunset Blue Metallic
- British Racing Green IV Metallic
Roof Colors
- Body color
- White
- Black
- Multitone Blue
2025 MINI Cooper Countryman vs. MINI Cooper Hardtop 4 Door Trim Levels
Countryman
- Countryman S ALL4 $38,900*
- Countryman SE ALL4 $45,200*
- Countryman JCW Countryman ALL4 $46,900*
Cooper Hardtop 4 Door
- Cooper Hardtop 4 Door $29,950*
- Cooper S Hardtop 4 Door $33,200*
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