New MINI Countryman, more space and functionality

New MINI Countryman

The second generation of the MINI Countryman arrives loaded with many innovations, and not only in terms of styling. In this way, the renewed and wider range of the premium compact includes what is to date the most versatile and largest vehicle in the brand’s 57 years of history. It features a completely new design with fresh, contemporary exterior lines, without losing the essence of the original vehicle.

Larger body and more versatile interior.Its exterior look reveals rugged capabilities that other members of the range do not have. It is 20 centimetres longer, 3 centimetres wider and its wheelbase has grown by about 7.5 centimetres. As a result, the interior space increases, and with it the comfort of the passengers. The rear seats can be moved up to 13 centimetres longitudinally. The folding rear seatback can be split in a 40/20/40 ratio.

In addition, the angle can also be adjusted, providing greater seat comfort and more storage space. The boot’s cargo volume is 450 litres and can be expanded up to 1,390 litres. Compared with the previous model, this represents an increase of up to 220 litres. Optionally, you can choose an electrically operated tailgate.

New MINI Countryman

The optional compartment package includes a variable boot floor, lashing eyes, tension straps, and a stainless steel loading sill cover, among other items. Picnic Bench is a unique option consisting of a flexible support surface that can be removed from the boot and offers seating for two people.

One of the features you notice at a glance at the front is the new modified light signature, in which the main headlights are no longer round. Together with the optional LED headlights, a light strip surrounding the headlights completely is created for the first time. For daytime running lights, the position lights integrated into the air intakes are fitted as standard. The new MINI Countryman adds the colours Island Blue metallic and Chestnut to its existing body colour range, available for the first time.

Elements such as the black plastic wheel arch trims, the satin aluminium roof rails combined with silver sill protectors, the enamelled side scuttle additional indicators, and the hexagonal radiator grille give the new MINI Countryman a distinctive and less urban look, reflecting the evolution of this second generation.

The versatility is evident in the interior of the cabin, in addition to the various configurations of the rear seats that add functionality, and the numerous storage compartments both at the front and rear. Turning to the interior design, the quality of the materials used is evident, worthy of a premium car like the MINI.

Boot of the New MINI Countryman

Available with two petrol engines, two diesel engines and one plug-in hybrid. The standout element that draws a lot of attention is the central infotainment screen, typical of the brand, which is integrated into the instrument panel and is surrounded by an LED ring that changes colour in line with driving situations and driving information. It is a component of the MINI Excitement package, which also includes LED ambient lighting and the projection of the MINI logo from the driver’s side exterior mirror when the vehicle is opened and closed.

The standard equipment of the new MINI Countryman includes the MINI Boost radio with a 4-line display and a Bluetooth hands-free telephone system. Optionally, the MINI Visual Boost radio with a 6.5″ colour display, the Harman Kardon high-fidelity speaker system, the MINI navigation system and the MINI Professional navigation system are offered. The Wired package includes the MINI Professional navigation system, the Touch Controller on the centre console and an 8.8″ colour touchscreen that lets you select and adjust functions with a light touch of your fingers.

For the new MINI Countryman, two petrol and two latest-generation diesel engines with MINI TwinPower Turbo are available, and, as a novelty, one plug-in hybrid:

• MINI Cooper Countryman: 1.5-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine with 136 CV of power.
• MINI Cooper S Countryman: 2.0-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine with 192 CV of power.
• MINI Cooper D Countryman: 2.0-litre 4-cylinder diesel engine with 150 CV of power.
• MINI Cooper SD Countryman: 2.0-litre 4-cylinder diesel engine with 190 CV.
• MINI Cooper S E Countryman ALL4: 1.5-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine with 136 CV, plus an electric motor with 65 kW/88 CV, for a total output of 224 CV.

Interior of the New MINI Countryman

As an alternative to the standard 6-speed manual gearbox, the new MINI Cooper Countryman is offered with a 6-speed Steptronic gearbox. For the new MINI Cooper S Countryman and the new MINI Cooper D Countryman, an 8-speed Steptronic gearbox is available as an option. On the MINI Cooper SD Countryman it comes as standard.

ALL4 all-wheel drive for all engine variants. You can also specify ALL4 all-wheel drive, which is available for all engine variants if desired. This optimises traction and driving stability on poor road surfaces and in adverse weather conditions, as well as agility when cornering dynamically.

The new MINI Countryman also offers electronically controlled dampers. Using Mini Driving Modes, two optional characteristic settings can be activated. A rotary switch next to the gear lever allows you to select the MID, SPORT and GREEN modes, which affect steering, throttle response, gearshift behaviour and engine sound.

Source | MINI

Technical specifications of this car

CrossoverMINI Countryman21 versions · from 35,550 €