Today, December 16, 2024, THACO distributor officially introduced the all-new MINI Countryman in Vietnam. The car is available in two versions: the MINI Countryman C and the S ALL4.
MINI Countryman C
MINI Countryman S ALL4
The new generation of this model has been revamped in terms of design, digital technology, interior materials, and engine. Even the dimensions of the car have been slightly adjusted compared to its predecessor.
Specifically, the MINI Countryman boasts dimensions of 4,444 x 1,845 x 1,665 mm in length, width, and height, respectively, with a ground clearance of 202 mm. It is 14 cm longer and 10 cm taller than the previous version.
In addition, there are improvements in the exterior design, such as the large hexagonal grille with two angular air intakes below and a new front bumper. However, the highlight of the 2025 MINI Countryman lies in its LED headlights, which feature a distinctive trapezoidal shape with prominent LED outlines.
The door handles on the sides have been designed with a sleek, recessed style to ensure a minimalist exterior look. Meanwhile, the C-pillar connects seamlessly with the roof, finished in glossy Piano Black. Even the roof rails have been redesigned compared to the previous model.
The MINI Countryman C features 18-inch Asteroid wheels, while the MINI Countryman S ALL4 sports 20-inch Windmill Spoke bi-color wheels.
MINI Countryman S ALL4 with 20-inch wheels
At the rear, the car is equipped with completely new LED taillights that are more slender and elongated compared to the previous generation. The corners of the lights gently wrap around the rear end, and the rear bumper with a horizontal accent strip adds to the car’s robust appearance.
Rear view of the MINI Countryman.
The interior of the new MINI Countryman offers a spacious cabin with two rows of seats and accommodates five passengers. In the MINI Countryman C, the front seats are upholstered in Vescin leather with fabric accents. The high-end MINI Countryman S ALL4 features sports seats similar to those found in the high-performance MINI John Cooper Works models.
Sporty front seats of the MINI Countryman S ALL4.
The rear seats can be adjusted up to 12 degrees in recline and feature a 40:20:40 split-folding configuration as standard. Additionally, the rear seats can also be moved forward or backward by 13 cm to provide ample legroom for passengers. With the rear seats folded down, the luggage compartment volume expands to an impressive 1,450 liters.
Rear seats of the MINI Countryman.
In front of the driver is a frameless, round 240 mm OLED infotainment screen with a high-quality glass surface. All controls, from interior lighting to audio and vehicle display settings, can be adjusted via the touchscreen or through voice commands. Alternatively, the new MINI Toggle Bar provides another means of controlling various functions.
Cockpit of the MINI Countryman.
Other notable interior features include a standard HUD (heads-up display) and the MINI Connected smart connectivity system, which allows control of certain functions and provides vehicle status updates on smartphones. The Connected Unlimited technology package is also included as standard.
Under the hood of the MINI Countryman C is a 1.5L 3-cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine that delivers 156 horsepower and 230 Nm of torque. This enables the car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 8.3 seconds and reach a top speed of 212 km/h, all while achieving a respectable fuel economy of 6.94 liters per 100 km.
The MINI Countryman S ALL4, on the other hand, is equipped with a more powerful 2.0L 4-cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine, producing 204 horsepower and 300 Nm of torque. This setup results in a faster 0-100 km/h sprint time of 7.1 seconds and a top speed of 228 km/h. The fuel consumption for this model is 8.6 liters per 100 km. Notably, the MINI Countryman S ALL4 comes with all-wheel drive as standard.
Unfortunately, the pricing for the all-new MINI Countryman in Vietnam has not yet been disclosed.