2021 MINI Countryman		2021 Audi Q3
$32,900	MSRP	$39,250
1.5	Engine litres (L)	2.0
I-3	Cylinder configuration	I-4
134	Horsepower (hp)	228
168	Torque (lb.-ft.)	258
10.0	Fuel economy - city (L/100 km / mpg)	11.7
7.4	Fuel economy - highway (L/100 km / mpg)	8.4
8.8	Fuel economy - combined (L/100 km / mpg)	10.2
4,314	Exterior length (mm)	4,485
1,822	Exterior body width (mm)	1,856
1,557	Exterior body height (mm)	1,585
2,670	Wheelbase (mm)	2,680
1,563	Front track (mm)	1,580
1,565	Rear track (mm)	1,572
498	Interior cargo volume (L)	530
1,348	Maximum interior cargo volume (L)	1,525
1,026	Front legroom (mm)	1,016
956	Rear legroom (mm)	917
1,029	Front headroom (mm)	1,006
952	Rear headroom (mm)	955
N/A	Front hiproom (mm)	N/A
N/A	Rear hiproom (mm)	N/A
1,391	Front shoulder room (mm)	1,440

2021 MINI Countryman vs. 2021 Audi Q3 Overview

The 2021 MINI Countryman separates itself from its rivals with an awe-inspiring design, an upscale interior, and a varied suite of infotainment and safety technology. Now that it's joined our new inventory, we've compared the stunning, fun-to-drive Countryman to a popular competitor in the 2021 Audi Q3 for consumers in Edmonton, St. Albert, Sherwood Park, Beaumont, Leduc, AB, and beyond. Find out how our 2021 Countryman measures up against the Q3 SUV, and visit us online if you'd like to compare other models to this compelling MINI.

Infotainment & Technology

MINI does infotainment like no other model in its class, as its touchscreen display comes in either a 6.5- or 8.8-inch option and rests in stylish circular housing in the centre of the Countryman's dash. Apple CarPlay capability keeps access to your phone, messages, music, and apps within arm's reach while you drive, with available navigation technology simplifying your every trip with simple, efficient directions, no matter your destination. The 2021 Audi Q3, by comparison, offers a respectable infotainment suite with all the connectivity basics, but its touchscreen can be frustrating to use and distract you from the road ahead due to its low position on the dash.

Safety Features

Both these models hit the market with solid safety scores and offer various driver-assist functions that today's drivers have come to expect of their vehicles. That said, the Audi Q3 SUV may come with the basics in its standard suite, but the 2021 MINI Countryman does it one better. Not only does this MINI model help you avoid frontal collisions with its forward-collision warning technology, it also offers Dynamic Stability Control to help keep you in control of your ride in trickier situations, as well as a rear-view camera system and an available Driver Assistant System that alerts you to changes in speed limits, driving conditions, and everything in between, so you can stay attuned to your surroundings at all times.

Style

Our Countryman combines family-size style and comfort with MINI's iconic design, boasting the brand's patented circular LED headlights, unmistakable grille, and squared-off silhouette. While the 2021 Audi Q3 gets a sloped roof, a tamer front end, and goes for a much more understated, if not anonymous exterior aesthetic, the MINI Countryman stands out in all the right ways. You can also treat your 2021 Countryman to one of several sleek wheel designs and unique Union Jack-patterned taillights, and personalize its fetching looks with one of MINI's classic two-tone body-roof colour combinations.

The 2021 MINI Countryman's interior layout is no slouch itself, as it's generous in passenger space, quality materials, and popular amenities. Between its stunning dash design with circular housing for its infotainment display, refined upholstery, and clever storage solutions, this MINI model boasts plenty of style points while providing you with optimal comfort for short and long trips. It may be a pretty sight, but the 2021 Countryman's cabin is just as practical as it is elegant, offering plenty of cargo space and a rear underfloor storage space for added convenience. As for its Audi rival, the 2021 Q3's interior is much like its exterior. In other words, its design remains underwhelming and marred by a few flimsy materials, while its rear row is a little tight on passenger space.

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Whether you'd like to leave MINI Edmonton at the wheel of a 2021 MINI Countryman or any member of our new and used inventory, you can build your MINI to your liking either online or with a bit of help from our capable staff. Once you've thoroughly personalized your dream model, our team will provide you with flexible financing terms and excellent rates so you can own your MINI with a clear head. Contact us at MINI Edmonton today for more on how you can become a new MINI owner in no time.

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