Countryman

BMW is busy electricking all kinds of things. The latest is the MINI Countryman hybrid, the first of the British brand’s line to get a power cord and go mainstream. Unlike MINI EV experiments of the past, the Countryman PHEV retains all of the good qualities of the (wait for it) biggest MINI.

With the ALL4 all-wheel drive system and even an integrated Picnic Bench available as options, Mini is helping the Countryman live up to its name. Italian company Autohome has now made it easier for owners to extend their outdoor stay with a roof tent specifically designed for the car.

BMW's new 2 Series Active Tourer is not only the automaker’s first front-wheel drive model but is also its first to feature a high output three cylinder engine. Designed to set the groundwork for future front-wheel drive models, the car is set to shake up the crossover market in Europe and China.

MINI has chosen the height of the British summer to unveil its new motoring-cum-camping concepts aimed at music festival goers and outdoor types in need of what the company euphemistically describes as "overnight solutions."

Professional skier and rally driver Guerlain Chicherit has combined his two areas of expertize to become the first person in the world to perform an unassisted backflip in a in a Mini Countryman.

MINI is determined to defend its Dakar title with its fleet of four Countryman race cars.

One of the most successful variants of the original Mini has been conspicuous by its absence from the current range - the Morris Mini Van accounted for 10% of all Mini sales. The Clubvan creates a whole new category of commercial vehicles.

A genuine Crossover, the MINI Countryman bridges the gap between the classic MINI and a Sports Activity Vehicle. The Countryman will be the fourth MINI in the range, first MINI with four doors and it comes with optional MINI ALL4 4-wheel drive.