VS
At a Glance
Power
135kW@5500
96 kW
Torque
240Nm@1600
285 Nm
Fuel
8.1
11.9 l/100km
Towing
1000
1500 Kg
0-100 km/h
8.3
18.0 s
Engine
1598
4164 cc
Choosing between the MINI COUNTRYMAN and the Toyota Land Cruiser 78 is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers face. The MINI COUNTRYMAN delivers 135kW@5500 while the Toyota Land Cruiser 78 produces 96 kW. On fuel, the COUNTRYMAN returns 8.1 while the Land Cruiser 78 uses 11.9 l/100km — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R433 079 for the COUNTRYMAN and R988 800 for the Land Cruiser 78. 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.
Performance
Power Output
135kW@5500
96 kW
Torque
240Nm@1600
285 Nm
0-100 kph
8.3
18.0 s
Top Speed
205
145 Km/h
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1598
4164 cc
Engine Layout
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
inline
Cylinders
4
6
Fuel Type
UNLEADED
diesel
Transmission
AUTOMATIC
manual
Number of Gears
6
5
Drive Wheels
ALL
all
Full Time 4x4
✗
✓ Standard
Low Range
✗
✓ Standard
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
8.1
11.9 l/100km
Fuel Consumption Urban
10.9
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
6.5
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
47
90 + 90 (total 180) l
CO2 Emissions
189
313 g/km
Dimensions
Length
4110
5130 mm
Width
1789
1795 mm
Height
1561
2115 mm
Wheelbase
2595
2980 mm
Ground Clearance
149
235 mm
Kerb Weight
1405
2160 Kg
Doors
5
3
Seats
5
5
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
1000
1500 Kg
Load Capacity
1170
1040 l
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
—
Traction Control
✓ 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
—
Adaptive Cruise Control
✗
—
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
Optional
—
Park Distance Rear
Optional
—
Park Distance Front
✗
—
Sunroof
Optional
—
Heated Seats
Optional
—
Electric Seat Adjustment
✗
—
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
—
Tow Bar
—
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
—
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
24
3
Warranty Distance
—
100000 Km
Service Plan
M
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
—
18 services
Service Plan Distance
—
90000
Service Intervals
25000
5000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Tie
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Land Cruiser 78
Fuel Economy
COUNTRYMAN
Value
COUNTRYMAN
Practicality
Land Cruiser 78
Pros & Cons
MINI COUNTRYMAN
Better fuel economy (8.1)
Lower starting price (R433 079)
Quicker 0-100 km/h (8.3s)
No factory service plan
Toyota Land Cruiser 78
Higher towing capacity (1500 Kg)
Factory service plan included
Higher fuel consumption (11.9 l/100km)
Higher starting price
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the COUNTRYMAN or Land Cruiser 78?
The COUNTRYMAN uses 8.1 and the Land Cruiser 78 uses 11.9 l/100km on the combined cycle. The COUNTRYMAN is the more fuel-efficient choice. In South African conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, real-world figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the COUNTRYMAN or Land Cruiser 78?
The COUNTRYMAN produces 135kW@5500 and 240Nm@1600 of torque while the Land Cruiser 78 delivers 96 kW and 285 Nm of torque. They produce similar power outputs.
What is the price difference between the COUNTRYMAN and Land Cruiser 78?
The COUNTRYMAN starts from R433 079 and the Land Cruiser 78 from R988 800. The COUNTRYMAN is cheaper by R555 721 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 78?
The COUNTRYMAN has a braked towing capacity of 1000 and the Land Cruiser 78 can tow 1500 Kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the COUNTRYMAN or the Land Cruiser 78?
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.