This is Mini's newest vehicle. The Cooper Countryman is a little wider, longer and taller than even a Mini Clubman - think of the Countryman as Mini's version of a compact crossover SUV similar to a Toyota RAV4 in function but with tons of sassy Mini style.
The version pictured is a Cooper S Countryman which means it's got a turbocharged, 181 hp engine. There's also an all-wheel drive version and Mini now has a fairly compelling information and entertainment interface called Mini Connected. It's a free app from iTunes but to fully enjoy all it's features you need to opt for the Mini Visual Boost radio - that adds about $1,000 to the price.
The version pictured is a Cooper S Countryman which means it's got a turbocharged, 181 hp engine. There's also an all-wheel drive version and Mini now has a fairly compelling information and entertainment interface called Mini Connected. It's a free app from iTunes but to fully enjoy all it's features you need to opt for the Mini Visual Boost radio - that adds about $1,000 to the price.
The turbo S model is quick and the six-speed manual transmission makes the most of that engine. Handling is decent and very sporty compared to other compact SUVs. Mini says they made all 2011 models quieter but there's still a good deal of road noise on coarse pavement.
Mini’s new Countryman starts at $22,350. The turbocharged Cooper S Countryman is $25,950 and the all-wheel drive Cooper S Countryman All4 starts at $27,650 including destination charge.
Mini’s new Countryman starts at $22,350. The turbocharged Cooper S Countryman is $25,950 and the all-wheel drive Cooper S Countryman All4 starts at $27,650 including destination charge.
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