X2 vs Countryman
Two makers, one class, one decision: the X2 from BMW or the Countryman from MINI. Spec for spec, there isn’t much daylight between them, so small details and personal priorities will decide it.
At a glance
- Engine & Performance Tie
- Fuel Economy & Range Tie
- Space & Practicality Tie
- Off-road & Towing Tie
- Engine & Performance7.5
- Fuel Economy & Range5.3
- Engine & Performance7.5
- Fuel Economy & Range4.9
Spec scores (0 to 10) are calculated from manufacturer specs against other models in the same class. See how the formula works. They are not reviews or user ratings.
Design & Size
Engine & Performance
Too close to call
The engine & performance section is even. Any gaps here are within the range you’d never notice. Bottom line for engine & performance: it’s a wash.
Fuel Economy & Range
Too close to call
There’s no meaningful winner in the fuel economy & range section; the two are too close to separate. Don’t let fuel economy & range decide this one; look at the other sections instead.
Space & Practicality
Too close to call
The differences on space & practicality are small enough to ignore in daily use. The space & practicality verdict: no winner, and no reason to worry either way.
Off-road & Towing
Too close to call
This is a tie in all but name. On off-road & towing, both deliver about the same. Treat off-road & towing as common ground and look elsewhere for the deciding factor.
Safety & Tech
We don’t score this area directly, because the safety & tech specs are labels rather than measurements. The table shows what each lists.
Full Specifications
Engine & Performance
| Spec | X2 | Countryman |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | 2.0L turbo I4 | 2.0L turbo I4 |
| Total system output | 241 hp | 241 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 7-speed dual-clutch | 7-speed dual-clutch |
| Drivetrain | AWD (xDrive) | AWD (ALL4) |
Fuel Economy & Range
| Spec | X2 | Countryman |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel economy (combined)EPA estimate where available | 28 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Fuel economy (city) | 24 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Fuel economy (highway) | 33 mpg | 32 mpg |
Space & Practicality
| Spec | X2 | Countryman |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Off-road & Towing
| Spec | X2 | Countryman |
|---|---|---|
| AWD / 4WD available | Yes | Yes |
Safety & Tech
| Spec | X2 | Countryman |
|---|---|---|
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the Countryman if…
- you already know your way around MINI’s products
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the X2 or the Countryman?
The X2 and the Countryman split the comparison (the things a spec sheet can’t capture for the X2, the things a spec sheet can’t capture for the Countryman), so pick the strength you’ll use.
Executive Summary
Comparing the X2 and the Countryman feels a bit like comparing two good restaurants with different menus.
For the things a spec sheet can’t capture, the X2 fits better. For the things a spec sheet can’t capture, the Countryman is the better match.
My pick: whichever matches your priority, since the things a spec sheet can’t capture means the X2 and the things a spec sheet can’t capture means the Countryman.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.