MINI Countryman 2017 review: model appearance, interior, technical specifications, security systems, prices and equipment. At the end of the article - test drive the 2017 MINI Countryman!
Contents of the review:
- Appearance
- Salon
- Specifications MINI Countryman 2017
- Security systems
- 2017 MINI Countryman cost and equipment
In the fall of 2016, the British brand MINI first showed the appearance of the second generation of the Countryman compact crossover, which made its official debut a month later at the Los Angeles auto show.
Compared to the first generation, the MINI Cooper Countryman 2017 has grown even larger, thus earning itself the title of the largest MINI vehicle in the history of the brand. In addition, the car tried on a new "cart", got a corrected exterior and interior, and also got a hybrid modification for the first time. Looking ahead, it can be noted that the new Mini Countryman 2017 has become more masculine and technologically savvy, thanks to which the company hopes to significantly increase the pool of potential buyers, including both men and women.
So, let's begin our review of Mini Countryman 2017, during which we will try to figure out what exactly the engineers and designers of the automaker prepared to fight the more serious competitors of the C-class, in which Countryman was for the first time.
Exterior MINI Countryman
MINI Cooper Countryman, despite the new body, is still instantly identified in city traffic - the car has retained not only the proportions and contours of the body, but also the spectacular "floating" roof, which, as before, can be painted in a shade different from the body color ... The main difference between the car is in the details.
Countryman's "muzzle" received a new, more aggressive head optics, as well as a grinning "mouth" false radiator grille. In addition, the front bumper has undergone an update, which has received a new air intake and a different fog lamp pattern.
The profile of the car has retained the signature lines of the MINI models, as well as acquired a stepped roofline, larger wheel arches and a stylish plastic body kit.
The changes were also made to the stern of the compact crossover, where new vertical side lights and a powerful rear bumper, in which a pair of stylish exhaust pipes are mounted, were registered. At the bottom of the tailgate flaunts a large inscription "Countryman", once again reminding us what kind of car is in front of us.
External dimensions of the car are:
- In length - 4299 mm;
- Wide - 1822 mm;
- In height - 1557 mm;
- Wheelbase length - 2670 mm.
As you can see, in terms of its dimensions, the novelty fully corresponds to the cars of the C-class, where the Countryman is presented for the first time. The ground clearance height reaches 165 mm, thanks to which you can confidently move by car not only around the city, but also boldly go on long trips.
Like any of the brand's models, the novelty offers ample opportunities for personalizing the exterior, where special attention deserves the possibility of painting the roof in a contrasting color to the body color, as well as a huge selection of designs for alloy wheels.
Interior MINI Countryman 2017
The full-fledged five-seater interior of the compact crossover stands out for its attractive design and exceptionally high-quality finishing materials, however, you would not expect otherwise from such a stylish and eminent car. The front panel received a new architecture, while retaining some "cartoonish" predecessor.
In front of the driver's seat is an excellent multifunctional steering wheel and a laconic dashboard with soft orange lighting. In the central part of the dashboard, there is still a spectacular round block of the multimedia and information complex, which, depending on the equipment option, can be represented by a 6.5 or 8.8-inch display with touch control. Directly below it are three rounds of climate controllers.
Well-tailored front seats have a well-felt lateral support and a lot of adjustments, which allows you to comfortably fit a person of any size.
The second row seats can easily accommodate three riders, and also boast an adjustable backrest angle and the possibility of longitudinal movement within 130 mm.
The volume of the Countryman's trunk is 450 liters, and by folding the second-row seats, the user can count on a more impressive volume of 1309 liters. When the rear row seats are folded, a flat loading area is formed.
One of the main "chips" of the car is the presence of a small Picnic Bench, located in the underground luggage compartment (option), which can easily support two people.
2017 MINI Countryman Specifications
The second generation of the Countryman compact crossover is offered with five power units, including a hybrid modification, which can be aggregated with a 6-speed manual transmission or an 8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission. The hybrid version is equipped exclusively with a 6-level "automatic".
Regardless of the power unit, the machine can be equipped with a front or plug-in 4-wheel drive, which can transfer up to 50% of the torque to the rear axle. Features of Mini Countryman 2017 motors:
- In the Cooper version, the car is equipped with a 1.5-liter gasoline engine with a turbocharger, 12-valve timing and direct injection system, which allows developing a maximum 136 "mares" and 220 Nm of torque. With such a motor, the car is capable of developing 202 km / h, and it will take only 9.6 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h. Fuel consumption in the combined cycle is 5.7 liters for every 100 kilometers.
- The Cooper S version has a 2-liter 192-horsepower engine that can accelerate the car to the first hundred in 7.2 seconds, and also develop a maximum 222 km / h. Despite the presence of a more powerful power unit, the average fuel consumption in comparison with the conventional Cooper has increased slightly and amounts to 6.6 l / 100 km.
- Diesel engines are available in the Cooper D and Cooper SD versions as a 2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder generating 150 and 190 hp. respectively. The maximum possible speed that diesels can reach is 218 km / h, and fuel consumption in combined mode does not exceed 5.2 l / 100 km.
- The hybrid version of the Cooper SE is equipped with a 1.5-liter gasoline engine and an 88-horsepower electric motor, jointly producing 224 "mares" and 385 Nm of rotational thrust. The average fuel consumption is only 2.1 liters per hundred, and the maximum distance that a car can drive solely on an electric motor is 40 km. Full recharging time of the batteries is just over 3 hours.
The new Mini Countryman 2017 test drive proved that the car has excellent driving characteristics, both on the track and on light off-road. At the heart of the novelty is the new UKL platform, represented by an independent MacPherson-type suspension system at the front and a multi-link suspension at the rear. As an option, the car can be equipped with electronically controlled shock absorbers that can operate in one of three modes.
The steering is a rack and pinion type and is represented by an active electric booster, and disc brakes and a wide range of electronic driver assistance systems are responsible for braking.
Safety MINI Countryman 2017
Despite some playfulness, the new Countryman provides the highest level of comfort and safety, as confirmed by the European Euro-NCAP crash tests. The list of standard and optional security systems includes:
- ABS, BA and EBD systems;
- Side curtains and front airbags;
- Tracking functions for the driver's condition, markings and road signs;
- Emergency deceleration system when a frontal collision hazard is detected;
- Adaptive cruise control;
- Parking assistant;
- Parktronic and 360 degree camera;
- Projection screen;
- Central locking;
- Immobilizer;
- Seat belts with pretensioners;
- ISOFIX child seat anchorages and much more.
In terms of the level and number of active / passive safety systems, the car fully corresponds to the best representatives of the C-class, and in some aspects even surpasses them. This means that despite its compact size, the model easily copes with the role of a family vehicle.
2017 MINI Countryman trim levels and prices
MINI Countryman 2017 price starts at $ 29.65 thousand (1.69 million rubles), for which the buyer receives:
- Body color metallic;
- Sporty tuned suspension
- Rear spoiler;
- ABS, BA and EBD systems;
- Heated sports front seats;
- Climate control;
- Full power accessories;
- Alarm;
- Front and rear LED optics;
- Sun protection glazing;
- MINI Connected system;
- LED fog lights;
- Multimedia system with navigation and Bluetooth;
- Cloth salon;
- Self-dimming rear-view mirror and much more.
In the more expensive versions of the MINI Countryman, the price can reach 40.2 thousand dollars (2.29 million rubles), for which the buyer additionally receives:
- Aerodynamic kit John Cooper;
- System "Start-Stop";
- DSC III systems, as well as tracking functions for dead zones, driver status, markings and road signs;
- Leather upholstery and steering wheel;
- Paddle shifters of speeds;
- Advanced multimedia system with 8.8-inch screen, navigation and LED backlighting;
- Interior decoration with wood or carbon;
- Harman Kardon audio system;
- All-wheel drive system ALL4;
- Dynamic Damper Control technology;
- Panoramic roof;
- Adaptive cruise control;
- Parking assistant and much more.
Moreover, a huge assortment of MINI branded accessories is available to customers, represented by clothes, bags, glasses, key chains and other small things.
Conclusion on the MINI Countryman 2017
The second generation MINI Countryman is the car with which the company first begins to compete with the C-class cars, while the compact crossover can offer an original appearance, a huge list of basic and optional equipment, the widest possibilities of personalization of interior and exterior design, as well as good off-road capabilities. , thanks to which you can easily go on long trips by car.
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