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Mini could produce an off-road SUV

July 19, 2024 Francis Mitterrand

The demand for SUVs is increasing, so the British brand Mini announced the arrival of its SUV, which according to unconfirmed information should be based on the Countryman model.

This decision is not surprising if we consider that Mini has experience in Dakar Rally races. They have not confirmed from the British company, it is speculated that the SUV will be built on the basis of the current generation SUV Countryman which comes with drive through all axles (ALL4). Also, the SUV should have significantly higher ground clearance, reinforced suspension and wheels for different surfaces.

Until the decision on the new Mini SUV is confirmed, the British brand offers its customers the electric model Countryman in versions S and JCW with a single electric motor and SE powered by two electric motors.

The Mini Countryman is powered by a single electric motor with 201 hp (148 kW) and is equipped with a 64.7 kWh battery. It reaches 62 mph (100 km/h) in 8.6 seconds and has a range of 462 km. For those who want more power, the Countryman SE ALL4 is powered by two electric motors with a power of 309 hp (227 kW), which is enough to push the car to 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds.

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Mini has begun production of the new Countryman

November 13, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

In the past two months, the British car manufacturer Mini presented the new fully electric Mini Countryman, as well as the most powerful version of this model, the Mini Countryman JCW, powered by ICE. The car has entered production and the first deliveries are expected on February 17, 2024.

This is the first model of the British brand to be assembled in Germany. It will be produced at the BMW factory in Leipzig with the BMW Series 1 and Series 2. The BMW Group has invested 700 million euros in this factory and initially 100 units will be produced per day. However, the capacity will increase to 500 units per day starting next year. In order to meet the set goals, Mini will employ an additional 900 people.

Mini Countryman JCW is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo engine with 316 hp (236 kW), paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission that sends power to all wheels. That’s 10 hp more than its predecessor, but also enough to push the car to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.4 seconds with a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

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Mini has begun production of the new Countryman

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2024 Mini Countryman JCW

November 10, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

Two months ago Mini presented the all-electric Mini Countryman and Mini Cooper Electric, now the British automaker has premiered the most powerful version of this model powered by ICE, the Mini Countryman JCW.

Under the hood is a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo engine with 316 hp (236 kW), paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission that sends power to all wheels. That’s 10 hp more than its predecessor, but also enough to push the car to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.4 seconds with a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). It’s mounted on a set of new two-tone 19- or 20-inch alloy wheels.

This car is Mini’s biggest model to date. It is 13 centimeters longer and 8 centimeters higher than its predecessor. It is equipped with an advanced adaptive drive system (ALL4), red brake calipers and large brake discs that enable safe stopping.

Inside, the interior of the car is decorated with sports seats, a centrally placed OLED display with an incorporated multimedia system, compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay applications, buttons under the display and Mini Experience.

Mini announced that deliveries will begin in mid-2024.

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