New MINI Countryman launched from RM240k

By CARSIFU | 14 April 2017


KUALA LUMPUR: MINI Malaysia has introduced the second generation MINI Countryman (F60) sport activity vehicle (SAV) in two variants, namely the entry-level Cooper Countryman and the more potent Cooper S Countryman.

The Cooper Countryman has been priced on-the-road with GST without insurance at RM239,888 while the Cooper S Countryman is at RM269,888.

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Both variants are available in British Racing Green, Chili Red, Light White, Melting Silver, Midnight Black and Moonwalk Grey as well as newly added Chestnut and Island Blue colour schemes, while Thunder Grey is exclusively for the Cooper S Countryman.

Since Jan 1, 2016, all MINI vehicles come with a 4-year unlimited mileage warranty with complementary free scheduled service for vehicles registered and purchased from any MINI authorised dealer.

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The new Countryman's dimensions have changed, now with a wheelbase of 2,670mm, it is 4,299mm-long (+200mm), 1,822mm-wide (+30mm) and 1,557mm-tall.

The entry-level Cooper Countryman is powered by a 1.5-litre (1,499cc)  three-cylinder turbocharged engine - producing 136hp from 4,400 to 6,000rpm and 220Nm of torque from 1,400 to 4,300rpm, and is managed by a six-speed automatic Steptronic transmission.

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This means it'll get from 0-100kph in 9.6 seconds and onwards to a top speed of 200kph, but have the frugality of consuming 6.0L/100km on the combined cycle.

As standard, the Cooper Countryman is fitted with 18-inch Pair Spoke light alloy wheels with run-flat tyres and has been equipped with roof rails, side sills, power-folding external mirrors with MINI logo projection and LEDs for the automatic headlights, daytime-running lights, fogs and rear light cluster.

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Inside, the cabin is accented with a combination of chrome, Carbon Black and Hazy Grey inserts while the seats are upholstered in Cloth Firework upholstery in matching Carbon Black as well.

Other features include electronic parking brake, electro-mechanical power steering, auto start-stop functionality, hot climate version, cruise control with braking function, keyless entry with toggle-start switch, sports leather steering wheel and three MINI Driving Modes of Green, MID and Sport.

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Additionally, it also comes with a powered tailgate with hand-free operation - gaining access to the 450-litre boot with just a wiggle of the foot under the rear bumper while the key FOB is in the pocket. The boot is expandable to 1,390 litres with the 40:20:40 split rear seats folded down.

There's also automatic wipers, dual automatic climate controls and white indicators, while entertainment comes from a 6.5-inch LCD display with five-key controller, radio MINI visual boost, on-board computer, MINI Connected, USB port and Bluetooth connectivity.

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In terms of safety, the three-cylinder Countryman gets five airbags, anti-lock braking system, brake assist, cornering brake control, electronic brake-force distribution, dynamic braking light, dynamic stability control, dynamic traction control, electronic differential lock control and pull-away assist, flat tyre indicator and ISOFIX rear-seat anchor points.

As for the Cooper S Countryman, it uses a more potent 2.0-litre (1,998cc) four-cylinder turbocharged engine - producing 192hp from 5,000 to 6,000rpm and 280Nm of torque from 1,350 to 4,600rpm, while mated to an eight-speed Steptronic transmission with paddle-shifters.

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While rolling on larger 19-inch Burnish light alloy wheels (from MINI Yours Masterpiece) with 225/45 series run flat tyres, it'll sprint from 0-100kph in 7.4 seconds and onwards to a top speed of 224kph, while fuel consumption on the combined cycle is bumped up to 6.5L/100km.

Inside, the seats are wrapped in leather with the front pair now powered with memory function and lumbar support, while the driver gets a leather-wrapped John Cooper Works multi-function sports steering wheel and a unique fold-out-from-boot Picnic Bench has been added as well as an Active Sound Design for the audio system.

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MINI Cooper Countryman

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