VS
At a Glance
Power
160kW@6000
150 kW
Torque
280Nm@1900
500 Nm
Fuel
7.4L/100km
9.8 l/100km
Towing
-
3500 Kg
0-100 km/h
7s
—
Engine
1598cc
2755 cc
Choosing between the MINI Countryman and the Toyota Land Cruiser 76 is one of the most common decisions car buyers in South Africa face. The MINI Countryman delivers 160kW@6000 while the Toyota Land Cruiser 76 produces 150 kW. On fuel, the Countryman returns 7.4L/100km while the Land Cruiser 76 uses 9.8 l/100km — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R452 772 for the Countryman and R1 109 400 for the Land Cruiser 76. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Specification
MINI CountrymanCooper JCW 2012 - From R452 772
Toyota Land Cruiser 76Landcruiser 76 2.8 GD-6 S/W A/T 2026 - From R1 109 400
Performance
Power Output
160kW@6000
150 kW
Torque
280Nm@1900
500 Nm
0-100 kph
7s
—
Top Speed
225km/h
150 Km/h
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1598cc
2755 cc
Engine Layout
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
inline
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
UNLEADED
diesel
Forced Induction Device
—
turbocharger
Transmission
MANUAL
automatic
Number of Gears
6
6
Drive Wheels
FRONT
all
Full Time 4x4
✗
✓ Standard
Low Range
✗
✓ Standard
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
7.4L/100km
9.8 l/100km
Fuel Consumption Urban
9.4L/100km
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
6.2L/100km
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
47L
130 l
CO2 Emissions
172g/km
258 g/km
Dimensions
Length
4133mm
4910 mm
Width
1789mm
1870 mm
Height
1561mm
1940 mm
Wheelbase
2595mm
2730 mm
Ground Clearance
137mm
230 mm
Kerb Weight
1405kg
2260 Kg
Doors
5
5
Seats
5
5
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
-
3500 Kg
Load Capacity
1170kg
800 lkg
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
—
✓ Standard
Stability Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
6
2
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
—
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
—
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✓ Standard
—
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
✗
—
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
Optional
✓ Standard
Park Distance Rear
Optional
—
Park Distance Front
✗
—
Sunroof
Optional
—
Heated Seats
Optional
—
Electric Seat Adjustment
✗
—
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
—
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
24
3
Warranty Distance
-
100000 Km
Service Plan
M
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
—
9 servicesyr
Service Plan Distance
—
90000km
Service Intervals
25000
10000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
MINI Countryman
3 / 4 categories
Performance
Countryman
Fuel Economy
Countryman
Value
Countryman
Practicality
Land Cruiser 76
Pros & Cons
MINI Countryman
Better fuel economy (7.4L/100km)
Lower starting price (R452 772)
No factory service plan
Toyota Land Cruiser 76
Higher towing capacity (3500 Kg)
Factory service plan included
Higher fuel consumption (9.8 l/100km)
Higher starting price
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the Countryman or Land Cruiser 76?
The Countryman uses 7.4L/100km and the Land Cruiser 76 uses 9.8 l/100km on the combined cycle. The Countryman is the more fuel-efficient choice. In real-world conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, actual figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the Countryman or Land Cruiser 76?
The Countryman produces 160kW@6000 and 280Nm@1900 of torque while the Land Cruiser 76 delivers 150 kW and 500 Nm of torque. The Countryman is the more powerful option.
What is the price difference between the Countryman and Land Cruiser 76?
The Countryman starts from R452 772 and the Land Cruiser 76 from R1 109 400. The Countryman is cheaper by R656 628 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Countryman or Land Cruiser 76?
The Countryman has a braked towing capacity of 0kg and the Land Cruiser 76 can tow 3500 Kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Countryman or the Land Cruiser 76?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.
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