MINI Countryman Official Photos Slip Out Ahead of Debut

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Leaked: MINI Countryman Official Photos Slip Out Ahead of Debut
Countryman crossover expected to officially bow at Geneva Auto Show in March

Ahead of its expected debut at the Geneva Auto Show in March, these photos of MINI’s first crossover have leaked onto the net. With an undeniable MINI look, the photos also show the ALL4 badge, indicating MINI’s new AWD system – a first for the brand.

Show in concept form at the Paris Auto Show in 2008, MINI recently displayed the Beachcomber Concept at the Detroit Auto Show, which used the same platform as the Countryman and gave a real look at the production model’s size.

MINI has promised sporty driving dynamics as well as comfortable seating for four. As for the interior, the latest MINI model keeps true to the MINI roots with centrally-mounted speedometer and plenty of toggle switches. Along with the Countryman, MINI has announced that the Coupe and Convertible concepts will see production in the near future.

We expect MINI to announce official details in the coming weeks and we’ll be sure to bring you full coverage from the Geneva Auto Show starting March 2nd.

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[Kymerik]

I think it's cute give us the Mini Diesel and that's a killer

 

[ms6acton]

i like (nana)

 

[mazdaspeedster3]

A john cooper works S model? LOL... new to Rally next year, that would be funny!

 

[skylar2ups]

I read a huge article on the Countryman I think on AOL news... it had a lot of information!

 

[coolmazda5]

No thanks. Also this CUV-fication should be a little bit of an insult for the real MINI enthusiasts (shrug)

 

[JC-MP5]

I like it. Needs to be lowered with a mean, raked stance.

 

[LASERBLUE135]

I really like it. Lowered it would be a cool cruiser and really nice in MN winter. However, I imagine an S version is going to be well into WRX territory.