Sharing its platform with the BMW X1 and X2, the Countryman is a small crossover with standard all-wheel drive. Base models use a turbocharged 1.5-litre triple-cylinder engine that produces 134 horsepower, while the sportier Cooper S and John Cooper Works feature a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder generating 189 horsepower and 301 horsepower, respectively. Another option is the Countryman SE plug-in hybrid, which combines the triple-cylinder with an electric motor and delivers 29 km of EV range.
Pros
- Driving pleasure
- Nice versatility
- Refreshing design
Cons
- Stiffsuspension (especially JCW)
- Lack of active safety equipment
- Uninteresting plug-in version