MINI Electric Countryman SUV (2024 - ) review
Mini's first all-electric version, the Countryman, is the perfect embodiment of the personality, fun and practicality of a midsize family SUV
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The Countryman has become a common car on our roads, with the true Mini at its core, but with a larger form factor and a lot of popularity. The latest version of the model goes to the next level and represents the best of the Mini. We love the petrol version, and the all-electric model doesn't disappoint either. It's fun, customizable, and has an incredible ability to put a smile on your face. Unlike many other family SUVs, the Countryman has a real personality and is a tonic for those looking for style and substance.
Reasons to buy:
- Fun to drive
- Gorgeous interior
- Still a practical family car
MINI Electric Countryman 的运行成本
"If you can also charge at home, it will be better"
While the electric Countryman is more expensive than the gasoline version, the lower running costs will help balance the total cost of ownership to some extent. This is especially true for company car drivers, who will benefit from lower benefits in kind. If you can still charge at home, the situation is even more promising. However, delving into the Mini's numerous options may impact these cost savings. But hey, it's worth it to upgrade to Sport styling for more speed!
Critic Score: 4 out of 5
MINI Electric Countryman 的可靠性
"All Minis come with a three-year unlimited mileage warranty, and you'll get an eight-year or 100,000-mile battery warranty"
Since it's an all-new model, it's not yet possible to feel its reliability, but you can rest assured that Countryman shares the basics with BMW. Like all electric vehicles, Countryman's mechanical components have a lower failure rate and lower maintenance costs. This is also reflected in the Mini's electric Countryman service plan cost compared to the gasoline version of the Countryman. All Minis come with a three-year unlimited mileage warranty, and you'll get an eight-year or 100,000-mile battery warranty, which also includes roadside assistance.
Critic Score: 4 out of 5
MINI Electric Countryman 的安全
"The new Countryman Electric comes with a decent range of standard security suites, including blind spot monitoring, which is one of our favorite features"
The new Countryman Electric comes standard with a decent range of safety packages, including blind spot monitoring, which is one of our favorite features and is usually paid for on other models. You'll also get other driver assistance features such as cruise control, rear collision prevention, and forward collision warning with emergency braking. With parking sensors and rearview cameras, parking is also a breeze. Higher-tier cars are equipped with Driving Assist Plus, which adds a front-facing camera and radar sensor to provide adaptive cruise control, automatically adapting to the speed of the car in front and changing your top speed setting based on road signs. The top-of-the-line models go a step further and are able to maneuver the car and keep you in the center of the lane.
Critic Score: 5 out of 5
MINI Electric Countryman 的舒适度如何
"The Mini strikes the perfect balance between retro and minimalist, avoiding the trap of being too kitsch or uninteresting in the design process. ”
From the moment you open the door of your new Countryman, you'll feel awe-inspiring. It has typical Mini styling, including a large round central screen, a rotatable start button, and a toggleable driving selector, but it's also very modern. The Mini strikes the perfect balance between retro and minimalism, avoiding becoming too kitsch or uninteresting in the design process. You can choose from three different styles: classic, exclusive, or sporty, each with a different patterned fabric, a large portion of which is made from recycled fibers. The ambient lighting design further enhances the texture of the knitted fabric. The cabin feels spacious and airy, especially with the Level 2 package and a panoramic sunroof. There's plenty of headroom and two adults can comfortably seat the back, but a third person in the middle might make the cabin more comfortable. The rear seats recline for maximum comfort and have a 40/20/40 split ratio, which will definitely come in handy. The suitcase should easily hold all the essentials needed for family life, with some practical hooks and tiered flooring for added flexibility. Once on the road, the level of refinement is usually good, but the Countryman Electric is a heavy car, and this is even more noticeable on uneven surfaces. For the most part, though, it hides weight well, and the Countryman's interior is pretty good.
Critic Score: 4 out of 5
MINI Electric Countryman 的特点
"Our favorite mode is go-kart. It was an absolute pleasure, with motion graphics and sound effects"
In addition to three different styles, there are three option packages with more and more additional features. While it's tempting to upgrade your Countryman, entry-level cars still come with a fair amount of fancy configurations. These include a central OLED screen with a diameter of 24 cm, ambient lighting, dual-zone climate control, satellite navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a heated steering wheel. You'll also get different "Experience" modes, each with its own characteristics, visuals, and soundtrack. Higher-tier cars have up to eight experience modes, but core, green, and go-kart modes are standard. Our favorite mode is go-kart. It's definitely a pleasure, with sporty graphics and sound effects that make you feel like you're in a real-life Mario Kart game. It's a real Mini fun, so it doesn't feel too fancy. You'll be happy to know that the noises outside the car won't be amplified, and you can turn them off once the initial novelty is gone. In addition, you can also choose your favorite combination of visual effects and sounds and save them to your own personal mode. The Countryman we drove was a top-of-the-line Sport model with a Level 3 package, allowing us to experiment with various features. The addition of a head-up display is very welcome, as it can provide the information we need in the driver's line of sight. We also like augmented reality sat nav, which overlays directions on top of the front camera's view, making it easier to see which way you need to go.
Critic Score: 5 out of 5
MINI Electric Countryman 的动力
"We also like to gently flick the accelerator paddles behind the steering wheel to unleash an extra 10 seconds of power. ”
The all-electric Countryman offers two power options using the same battery pack. You can choose between the front-wheel drive Countryman E or the more powerful all-wheel drive Countryman SE ALL4. We've only driven the latter, but I think the E is good enough for most people and will be the go-to choice for users who want maximum range. The SE ALL4 feels nimble and responsive, and while it's not as nimble as the Mini Cooper electric, it's more balanced and controllable. We also like to flick the boost paddles behind the steering wheel to release an extra 10 seconds of power. The Countryman is full of such surprise features and is therefore much more interesting than other SUVs in its class. With a range of just over 200 miles and a slightly longer range on the E ALL4, this is a family electric vehicle that you would buy with your heart.
Critic Score: 4 out of 5