We pit the Suzuki S-Cross as a full hybrid against the upscale Mini Cooper Countryman. Which one is ahead? here you have the answer
The Mini Countryman is three centimeters wider and two centimeters lower than the S-Cross; It sounds like its space is comparable, but it's not, and that starts with the wheelbase. They are 2.67 meters in the Mini and seven less in the Suzuki S-Cross. It is not a world, but it is remarkable.
Interior design
Therefore, we can stretch our legs a little more in the Mini than in the Suzuki, both in the front and in the rear, and also, in the second row of the Japanese, those who are taller than 1.85 meters will have to lower their head. And it is that the panoramic glass sunroof, which is standard in this level of equipment, occupies a lot of interior height.
In the trunk, the Japanese space costs hybrid technology. Because the battery and inverter take up space under the floor, a maximum of 1,111 liters remains for luggage; the Countryman arrives spends the 1,390 liters.
The Mini is also more modern in terms of seats and infotainment. In front it has an extensible leg area and more support in general, in the S-Cross we have missed a little more padding.
At first glance, the cockpit of the Japanese SUV is attractive with its large touch screen and the air conditioning unit below, which can be operated very comfortably. But when it comes to voice control, the S-Cross takes us back ten years: it only understands the commands prepared for the radio and navigation system.
The round center display and clever toggle switches dominate the Mini's cockpit, its voice assistant also unable to control any vehicle functions, but responds appropriately to expressions like "I'm hungry." And it has a small iDrive controller that guides you safely and easily through the menus.
Suzuki and Mini engines
Dynamic drivers will find the Suzuki's non-turbo four-cylinder to fall a bit short, despite the electric support. Without a top speed of 180 km/h and its 13.4 seconds to go from 0 to 100 invite relaxed driving.
So it's best to drive in eco mode. So, the S-Cross can even roll a little purely electrically up to 80 km/h and if you take it in moderation, you can stay below five liters of consumption.
The behavior of the two SUVs
The chassis of the S-Cross also invites you to relax. In curves, it swings smoothly, the same as in irregular areas, but it is never a problem if you do not intend a sporty driving.
The Mini's eight-speed automatic transmission inserts with a bit more fluidity and decision than the Suzuki's. While the Countryman's turbo three-cylinder engine with its 21 extra horsepower isn't a paragon of temperament, it does outperform its rival by all measures.
Its 18-inch wheels are very nice, but they produce a somewhat dry response over potholes. And in dynamic driving it clearly surpasses its rival: it rolls with much more poise and goes through the curves without flinching, transmitting a lot of security even at high speeds.
Both have all-wheel drive, with one small advantage for the S-Cross: in lockout mode, power is diverted to the rear before the front wheels spin.
Factors to decide the purchase:
Place 1: Mini Cooper Countryman All4. Reasonable space, excellent chassis, good overall quality.Price and consumption too high.
Place 2: Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid Allgrip. The Japanese looks somewhat outdated next to its rival, offers less space, and is not exactly cheap. If you wear it relaxed, yes, you can achieve very low consumption.
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