MINI is removing some camouflage from the 2021 Countryman. Recently
caught undergoing testing on the Nürburgring, the facelifted model is instantly
recognizable and is seen here in John Cooper Works guise. Despite the familiar appearance, there are
a handful of relatively minor changes. The most noticeable are updated
headlights which now feature square accents hiding behind the lenses. There
doesn’t appear to be any other major changes up front, but it’s possible the
model could be equipped with a modestly revised grille.
The minor revisions continue out back as
the 2021 Countryman features new Union Jack-inspired taillights. They echo the
ones found the facelifted Hatch. While the exterior changes are barely
noticeable, bigger updates will occur in the cabin. Previous spy photos have
shown the crossover will have a new digital instrument cluster, an updated
infotainment system and a compact shifter.
Under the hood, we can expect a host of
familiar engines. Choices will likely include a turbocharged 1.5-liter
three-cylinder producing 134 hp and 219 Nm of
torque. We can also expect a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 189 hp and 280 Nm of torque.
Buyers looking for something more powerful
can opt for the JCW which should have a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder
that produces 301 hp and 450 Nm of torque. It
enables the current model to accelerate from 0-96 km/h in 5.1
seconds, before hitting a limited top speed of 250 km/h. Customers looking for something more
eco-friendly can opt for the Cooper S E Countryman ALL4 which was recently
updated with a larger 9.6 kWh battery pack. That increased the model’s
electric-only range from 19.3 km to 29 km.
