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If you love MINI styling but you're keen on an elevated driving position and a bit more practicality than the bite-size MINI can offer, the Countryman's looks and space will probably be to your liking. Here's all the most important stuff you need to know about it.
What is the Mini Countryman like to drive?
Tech features in the Mini Countryman
Similar cars to the Mini Countryman
Is the Mini Countryman a good car?
The Mini Cooper Countryman is a premium compact SUV and yes, it is good, but it is not without its faults and quirks, especially when they get older.
Who is the Mini Countryman a good car for?
It’s perfect for small families, couples, singles, young and old, but its starting price of R644 940 makes it better for people who have bigger budgets.
Is the Mini Countryman a good first car?
A new one, yes, an old one, no. Older Countryman models can be problematic.
Is the Mini Countryman a good family car?
It’s very good for small, stylish urban families – it’s safe, practical, laden with tech, and very comfortable. The interior is fun but premium.
Is there a hybrid Mini Countryman in South Africa?
Not in the local line-up at present, but it’s not ruled out for the future – we may also see a fully electric model later on. Check back to this article as we will update it once this happens.
The MINI Aceman concept car is an initial preview of its future model generation’s new design.
View the latest used and new MINI Cooper Countryman models for sale in South Africa
What’s it like to drive?
Reviewer’s opinion
Driving the JCW Countryman on the wet tarmac on the way back was exceedingly enjoyable. Its strength lies in its power, hatch-like driving characteristics, spaciousness and tremendously handsome looks – plus, that All4 system makes you feel very confident when you tackle the turns. Drive it in manual mode and you’ll be delighted by some more cheerful chortling from the dual exhaust pipes.
– Ané Albertse (AutoTrader) on the MINI John Cooper works ALL4 Countryman.
What does it look like?
Exterior
This rear end belongs to the Cooper S Countryman, while it’s the entry-level Countryman in the first image.
What is the Mini Cooper Countryman like inside?
Fun and youthful yet upmarket and ergonomic – such is the interior of the Countryman range.
I’ve always been a fan of the Countryman’s cabin layout and quality – it’s cheerful and vibrant.
Tech and spec features
In terms of the interior of the three models, again, expect the Cooper, Cooper S and JCW to be broadly similar, featuring a 5.0-inch colour screen digitised instrument cluster, a sports leather steering wheel, and an 8.8-inch Connected Media infotainment system. The Cooper model comes standard with combination cloth/artificial leather seats while the Cooper S gets leather items. The JCW model distinguishes itself with Dinamica/leather combination sports seats as standard along with various ‘John Cooper Works’ badges throughout its cabin. – Sean Nurse, AutoTrader.
Price
The Cooper Countryman Untamed Edition is priced at just under R765 000.
How much does it cost?
| MINI Cooper Countryman | R644 940 |
| MINI Cooper S Countryman | R748 981 |
| MINI Cooper S Countryman Untamed Edition | R764 581 |
| MINI John Cooper Works ALL4 Countryman | R953 739 |
*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.
Competitors
Similar Cars to the Mini Countryman:
Volkswagen T-Roc
Audi Q3
Volvo XC40
Ané AlbertseAné was bitten by the motoring bug at a very young age. Her mom recalls her sitting in her stroller as a 3-year old, naming every car that came past. She was working as a freelance motoring journalist for publications such as Rapport and City Press, when AutoTrader nabbed her for good. She lives in the Western Cape with her two kids and two cats.View News & Reviews
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