Mini boasts that their stylish all-rounder and spacious everyday companion, the Countryman continues their brand's product offensive of all-electric models. In fact, with the all-electric Countryman, Mini is further expanding the proportion of electrified models. Every fifth Mini is already electric today.
It adds that with five doors and a variable-use interior, the largest model in the new Mini family of vehicles is leading the brand into an era of locally emission-free electromobility. With its optional all-wheel drive, the powerfully powered adventurer also ensures safe and unbridled driving pleasure off the beaten track.
Now comes news that the new generation of the largest Mini model is fully electric and locally emission-free. The Mini Countryman E promises to deliver 140 kW/191 hp, whereas the Mini Countryman SE ALL4 is the brand's first all-wheel-drive fully- electric vehicle.
BMW says that two highly integrated drive units on the front and rear axles together generate an output of 230 kW/313 hp, including a temporary boost. The battery capacity is 64.7 kWh. With a promised estimated range of around 450 kilometres, Mini says that the Countryman feels just as comfortable in city centres as on longer distances across the countryside.
With a small length increase of 13 centimetres to 4,429 mm, Mini the spacious adventurer offers even more space and comfort for its occupants. The height grew by almost six centimetres to now 1,613 mm, offering even more headroom.
Mini says that the new Countryman combines locally emission-free electromobility with the greatest possible environmental compatibility in production as well. This includes dispensing with all decorative elements in the exterior and interior and very interestingly, manufacturing the cast light-alloy wheels from up to 70 per cent secondary aluminium. In combination with the use of green electricity in production, Mini says that CO2 emissions can be significantly reduced compared with conventional manufacturing processes.
The surfaces of the dashboards, steering wheel, vehicle headliner and floor, and floor mats are made of recycled polyester obtained from pet bottles and carpet remnants. This high-quality, colourful and comfortable alternative to traditional materials reduces CO2 emissions along the value chain by up to 85 per cent and emphasizes the focus on minimizing the ecological footprint of the next Mini model generation.
