The New Mini Countryman First 4×4 Mini Car
A long-awaited debut of the new Mini Countryman, which allows the brand to debut in the crossover segment and to appear for the first time on a four-door body. The new product, resulting from the known Beachcomber concept that we saw exhibited at the recent Detroit Motor Show will be available at launch in five engines: three gasoline – MINI Cooper S Countryman, Countryman MINI Cooper, MINI One Countryman – and two diesel , Countryman MINI Cooper D, MINI One D Countryman. The power spectrum ranges from 66 kW/90 hp to 135 kW/184 hp. All engines are part of a new generation of engines that meet emission standards Euro 5 and ULEV II.
MINI broadening its family of models introduced this fourth variant of the car and inaugurating a new dimension MINI-feeling. In his capacity as crossover model, the MINI Countryman creates the bridge between the traditional concept of the car MINI Sports Activity Vehicle and one modern. The first model of the brand with four doors and a large rear lid is distinguished by its more space, a slightly raised seating position and comfort of driving optimized. The typical experience of driving a MINI is also ensured by the ‘integration of all passengers in the car.
Obviously, it was also kept the typical MINI go-kart-feeling, indeed, has been supplemented by new faces thanks to All4-wheel drive available as an option. The MINI Countryman is a concentrate of the characteristics of the brand in terms of design, premium quality, to handling, performance and customization, wrapped in an exciting look and act independently.
The interior of the MINI Countryman which reveal the typical look of the brand have been enhanced with new design elements and functional. The slightly elevated seating position ensures a comfortable access, a view optimized traffic and simultaneously underlines the robust character of the new model.
The central instrument and air vents are decorated with colored rings. The traditional center console has been replaced by the MINI Center Rail mounted longitudinally, a unique worldwide, creating new opportunities to integrate storage solutions, cupholders, external audio devices, mobile phones and other items of comfort according to personal preference. Thanks to the clip-in components that are set according to personal needs, you can spread freely storage tanks and to always close at hand all the tools needed during the trip. In addition, the Center Rail creates an original style and functional link between the front seats and the rear.
The comprehensive range of exterior design and customization of the car that marks all the MINI has been completed with numerous equipment specific to this model. New patterns and colors for the interior, such as moldings and cloth seat coverings, offer the possibility to compose the perfect match. Standard equipment of the MINI Countryman includes an air conditioning system, the MINI Center Rail and a sound system with CD player. Furthermore, the offer includes a wide selection of options and accessories developed specifically for the new model, for example, sophisticated audio systems and navigation, as well as interfaces for mobile phones, including the ability to integrate fully the Apple iPhone and other smartphones.
That’s not all: the range of equipment including a large panoramic sunroof, Adaptive Light Control in conjunction with the xenon headlamps, heated windshield, the clip towing, aluminum wheels in size 16 and 19 inches, a with sports suspension lowering the car 10 millimeters and the John Cooper Works Performance components.
Upon request, the models MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper D Countryman Countryman can be ordered with quattro permanent MINI All4. This system controls the center differential electro-mounted near the rear differential that continuously distributes engine torque between the front and rear. During normal driving, up to 50 percent of torque is transmitted to the rear wheels in extreme situations, up to 100 percent.
The result is a new interpretation of the typical MINI handling and agility that values above all the appearance of traction. The base is the Buoyancy sophisticated technique, which consists of a McPherson front axle and control arms forged, a multilink rear axle and a mechanical power steering (EPS) with Servotronic. MINI Countryman features standard stability rules Dynamic Stability Control (DSC). The MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper D Countryman Countryman can be ordered with the optional all-wheel drive and a function All4 electronic differential lock for the front.
