2025 MINI Countryman vs 2026 Buick Envision

$38,900 · Crossover

$41,000 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The choice between the nimble 2025 MINI Countryman and the slightly larger 2026 Buick Envision often boils down to balancing size versus agility. A common buyer dilemma is deciding if you need the absolute most interior space or a more engaging drive in a compact footprint. The MINI Countryman starts slightly cheaper at $38,900 and offers superior performance, boasting 241 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque from its powertrain, managed by a 7-speed transmission. The Buick Envision, priced at $41,000, is physically larger at 182.7 inches long, compared to the Countryman's 175.0 inches. While both offer 25 to 25.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity, the MINI edges out slightly better fuel economy at 27 combined MPG versus the Buick's 24 combined MPG. Both recommend premium fuel for their respective AWD systems, making the MINI the pragmatic pick for drivers prioritizing punchy acceleration and efficiency in a smaller package.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 MINI Countryman

The MINI Countryman's slightly better fuel economy of 27 combined MPG makes it the cheaper option for daily driving compared to the Envision's 24 combined MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Buick Envision

The 2026 Buick Envision is significantly longer at 182.7 inches, suggesting marginally more useful interior space for passengers and gear than the 175.0-inch Countryman.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 MINI Countryman

The MINI Countryman clearly wins on power, delivering 241 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, making it much quicker than the Envision's 228 hp and 258 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 MINI Countryman

Starting at $38,900, the MINI Countryman undercuts the Buick Envision's $41,000 MSRP while offering superior horsepower figures.

Choose the MINI Countryman if...

You prioritize performance, as the Countryman offers 241 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque.
You want to keep the initial purchase price lower, as the Countryman starts at $38,900.
You prefer efficiency, benefiting from its 27 combined MPG rating over the Envision's 24 combined MPG.

Choose the Buick Envision if...

You need the absolute maximum exterior length, as the Envision measures 182.7 inches versus 175.0 inches for the MINI.
You prefer a traditional automatic transmission, as the Envision features a 9-speed shiftable automatic over the Countryman's 7-speed automated manual.
You desire the slightly larger reported cargo capacity, measuring 25.2 cu ft compared to the MINI's 25.0 cu ft.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	MINI Countryman	Buick Envision
Length	175.0"	182.7"
Width	72.6"	74.1"
Height	65.2"	64.6"
Wheelbase	106.0"	109.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	MINI	Buick
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	MINI	Buick
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	241 hp @ 4500 rpm	228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	MINI	Buick
Transmission Type	7-speed automated manual	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	MINI	Buick
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	24/32 MPG	22/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	27 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	343.2/457.6 mi.	354.2/450.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.3 gal.	16.1 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	MINI	Buick
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	—
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	MINI	Buick
Infotainment Display	9.4 in	30.0 in
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	12 months	3 months
AM/FM Stereo	—	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bose
Speaker System	—	9
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	MINI	Buick
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	MINI	Buick
Front Head Room	40.7 in.	39.6 in.
Front Leg Room	40.4 in.	40.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.7 in.	56.7 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	6-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Front Hip Room	—	55.1 in.
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	MINI	Buick
Rear Head Room	37.8 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.0 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.8 in.	55.9 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	47.4 in.

Tires and Wheels

Feature	MINI	Buick
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	225/55R18	P235/60R18
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	MINI	Buick
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	MINI	Buick
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 MINI Countryman and 2026 Buick Envision.

Is the 2025 MINI Countryman significantly smaller than the 2026 Buick Envision?

Yes, the Countryman is physically smaller; it is 175.0 inches long while the Envision stretches to 182.7 inches. However, cargo capacity is nearly identical, with the Envision holding 25.2 cu ft and the MINI holding 25.0 cu ft.

Which crossover is faster based on the provided specs?

The 2025 MINI Countryman is substantially faster on paper. It delivers 241 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, easily outgunning the Buick Envision’s 228 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque.

Do either of these vehicles require premium fuel?

Yes, both the 2025 MINI Countryman and the 2026 Buick Envision list 'premium unleaded (recommended)' as their required fuel type. This is important given their respective prices.

How do the MSRPs compare between the two AWD crossovers?

The MINI Countryman offers a lower entry point at $38,900. The Buick Envision starts higher in the trims provided, listing an MSRP of $41,000.

Which vehicle is better for long-distance highway trips regarding fuel economy?

The MINI Countryman has a slight advantage on the highway, rated at 32 MPG highway compared to the Envision’s 28 MPG highway. The MINI's overall combined rating is 27 MPG versus 24 MPG.

What is the main difference in their driving dynamics regarding the transmission?

The Countryman uses a 7-speed automated manual transmission, which tends to offer sportier shifts, whereas the Envision utilizes a more traditional 9-speed shiftable automatic.