Mini 2012 Cooper Countryman
A larger MINI would possibly sound sort of a contradiction in terms, however even the largest MINI--the Countryman--is compact compared to the competition. With its size, the Countryman adds a healthy dose of practicality, too, with better off-road capability, four doors and four usable seats.
The Countryman conjointly marked the debut of a new styling direction for MINI, and the 2012 Countryman sticks to its guns. Taller, bigger, and with a a lot of boldly-styled front finish, the Countryman is instantly recognizable, both as a MINI and as one thing out of the normal. Inside, the Countryman is a lot of like its smaller siblings, with all of the good (quirky style, surprising roominess) and bad (odd ergonomics) that brings.
The Countryman, but, is not terribly MINI under the skin; it's truly based off the platform under BMW's X1. That brings with it ALL4 all-wheel drive capability, a more refined ride, and somewhat more weight, but the distinction from a typical MINI is measured in tiny degrees, not major paradigm shifts. Power is not quite abundant with the Countryman, even in Cooper S ALL4 trim, but it's a sporty ride for a crossover. All 3 Countryman trims (base, S, and S ALL4) are obtainable with either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. Base models use the identical 121-horsepower one.half-dozen-liter four-cylinder found in alternative MINIs, while the Cooper S Countryman models (together with the ALL4) use the 181-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder common to the Cooper S range. It's a bit of a shock how much MINI there's within the Countryman's handling, however no surprise that in the tip, it's more sporty crossover than real sports vehicle.
Fuel economy is, accordingly, a lot of or less in step with other MINIs despite the added bulk: the non-turbo base model rates 27/35 mpg with the manual transmission and 25/30 mpg with the automatic. The Cooper S Countryman does solely slightly worse with the manual at 26/32 mpg, and truly a very little higher with the automatic at twenty five/thirty two mpg. Adding all-wheel drive to the Countryman S is only a one-a pair of mpg penalty relying on the transmission chosen.
Conjointly, like its MINI family, the Countryman is sort of infinitely configurable, with several color-customizable paint parts, interior options, and equipment packages. Customary options embody seventeen-in. alloy wheels, cloth or vinyl upholstery, ambient lighting, HD Radio, and power accessories. Available choices embody leather upholstery, MINI Connected with navigation, a Premium package with automatic climate control, keyless entry, rain-sensing wipers and automatic headlights, a Cold Weather package, a pair of Sport packages, and a Technology package.
The NHTSA hasn't however rated the 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman, but the IIHS offers the nearly identical 201one model a rating of "good" and a Prime Safety Pick. Normal stability and traction management, corner brake management, anti-lock brakes, seven airbags, and additional are all baked right in, serving to it earn its high marks.
Mini 2012 Cooper CountrymanThe Countryman conjointly marked the debut of a new styling direction for MINI, and the 2012 Countryman sticks to its guns. Taller, bigger, and with a a lot of boldly-styled front finish, the Countryman is instantly recognizable, both as a MINI and as one thing out of the normal. Inside, the Countryman is a lot of like its smaller siblings, with all of the good (quirky style, surprising roominess) and bad (odd ergonomics) that brings.
The Countryman, but, is not terribly MINI under the skin; it's truly based off the platform under BMW's X1. That brings with it ALL4 all-wheel drive capability, a more refined ride, and somewhat more weight, but the distinction from a typical MINI is measured in tiny degrees, not major paradigm shifts. Power is not quite abundant with the Countryman, even in Cooper S ALL4 trim, but it's a sporty ride for a crossover. All 3 Countryman trims (base, S, and S ALL4) are obtainable with either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. Base models use the identical 121-horsepower one.half-dozen-liter four-cylinder found in alternative MINIs, while the Cooper S Countryman models (together with the ALL4) use the 181-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder common to the Cooper S range. It's a bit of a shock how much MINI there's within the Countryman's handling, however no surprise that in the tip, it's more sporty crossover than real sports vehicle.
Fuel economy is, accordingly, a lot of or less in step with other MINIs despite the added bulk: the non-turbo base model rates 27/35 mpg with the manual transmission and 25/30 mpg with the automatic. The Cooper S Countryman does solely slightly worse with the manual at 26/32 mpg, and truly a very little higher with the automatic at twenty five/thirty two mpg. Adding all-wheel drive to the Countryman S is only a one-a pair of mpg penalty relying on the transmission chosen.
Conjointly, like its MINI family, the Countryman is sort of infinitely configurable, with several color-customizable paint parts, interior options, and equipment packages. Customary options embody seventeen-in. alloy wheels, cloth or vinyl upholstery, ambient lighting, HD Radio, and power accessories. Available choices embody leather upholstery, MINI Connected with navigation, a Premium package with automatic climate control, keyless entry, rain-sensing wipers and automatic headlights, a Cold Weather package, a pair of Sport packages, and a Technology package.
The NHTSA hasn't however rated the 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman, but the IIHS offers the nearly identical 201one model a rating of "good" and a Prime Safety Pick. Normal stability and traction management, corner brake management, anti-lock brakes, seven airbags, and additional are all baked right in, serving to it earn its high marks.
Mini 2012 Cooper Countryman
Mini 2012 Cooper Countryman
Mini 2012 Cooper Countryman
Mini 2012 Cooper Countryman
Mini 2012 Cooper Countryman
Mini 2012 Cooper Countryman
Mini 2012 Cooper Countryman
Mini 2012 Cooper Countryman
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