The design gives the MINI Countryman an exciting note, turning it into a real eye-catcher. Whether you’re heading for the country or in the middle of it.

Its protruding helmet-shaped roof appears to hover above the body. It owes its conspicuous size to the ground clearance, which also makes it independent of the asphalt.

Viewed from the rear, it is also distinctive. Operating the door opener integrated in the MINI logo opens the tailgate far enough for a large adult to walk beneath.

But not for long. After all, why stand at the back when you can race ahead?

Being inside is ‘in’. The passengers in the MINI Countryman feel thoroughly at ease. High-quality workmanship and comfortable refinements leave no wish unfulfilled.

One highlight is the continuous centre rail of the 4-seater to replace the central console. Use it to fasten cup holders, mobile phone holders and much more, and then slide them along to wherever they are needed.

Equal flexibility is on offer in the rear, where the 1,170-litre boot space can be loaded and unloaded to the heart’s content. The moveable and folding rear seats together with low loading sill make space for even bulky freight.