Production launch of the MINI Countryman Electric at BMW Group Plant Leipzig
Fri Mar 01 08:00:00 CET 2024Press Release
+++ Higher volumes and a growing team +++ New night shift in assembly +++ High-voltage batteries produced in-house +++
+++ Higher volumes and a growing team +++ New night shift in assembly +++ High-voltage batteries produced in-house +++
In Iceland, the largest and most versatile MINI impresses in extreme winter conditions off the beaten track. With its modern all-wheel drive, the MINI Countryman S ALL4 guarantees brand-typical driving fun on any terrain. With its noticeable increase in traction, safety and agility, the comfortable crossover model is ready for all adventures.
The superior off-road character of the MINI Countryman is enhanced in the third model generation by a completely new exterior design. Innovative materials contribute to the comfortable atmosphere in the increased interior. Four new trim variants offer a wide range of customization options.
MINI Cooper S Countryman ALL4 - additional images available.
The MINI Countryman is the largest and most versatile one in the entire MINI model range. The all-rounder is agile in the city, comfortable over the countryside and also suitable for trips off paved roads. An integrated 48V mild hybrid engine increases the efficiency of the two-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine.
+++ First BMW Group plant worldwide to produce two brands on the same assembly line +++ Seamless integration through maximum flexibility +++ Investment in plant development +++ Growing the workforce +++
The largest MINI comes with a high-performance engine and ALL4 all-wheel drive, making it a pure joy to drive.
With its robust design, the all-electric crossover model exudes self-confidence and a thirst for adventure. The ALL4 all-wheel drive makes the powerful MINI Countryman SE ALL4 a reliable companion with all-terrain traction on any surface.
Higher, longer, MINI – with an additional six centimetres in height and thirteen centimetres in length, the new MINI Countryman has grown noticeably compared to its predecessor. With wider wheel arches, characteristic charisma and a modern minimalist design with clearly designed surfaces, the car now has a significantly enhanced presence.
MINI is consistently pursuing its path towards an all-electric model range and will be presenting two members of the new MINI family at the IAA (International Motor Show) in Munich (5 - 10 September 2023).
Two generations, one common goal: pure camping fun! Thanks to the roof tent specially designed for MINI, every road trip becomes an unforgettable experience.
The MINI Cooper SE Countryman ALL4 combines style, adventurous and sustainability in one vehicle. With its reduced environmental footprint, the stylish all-rounder is the ideal choice for a trip to the Scottish mountains.
On the challenging routes, the new MINI Countryman with intelligent ALL4 all-wheel drive proves not only its sporty driving dynamics but also how quickly you can escape from everyday life with an adventurous short trip.
Driving fun and camping adventure at the same time: the MINI Cooper SD Countryman ALL4 with integrated roof rails is the faithful companion for unforgettable nature adventures.
The exclusive paint finish of the MINI Cooper S Countryman ALL4 in the Uncharted Edition underlines the wide range of uses of the all-rounder. In combination with all-wheel drive, driving pleasure is guaranteed on any terrain.
The new MINI Countryman combines electrified go-kart feeling with a reduced ecological footprint and continues the success story of the largest MINI model. The start of production at the BMW Group Plant Leipzig in November 2023 will be the first time a MINI model is produced in Germany.
The new, fully electric MINI model generation continues to grow: in 2023, production of the new MINI Countryman will begin at the BMW Group plant Leipzig. The crossover model will be offered with both pure electric drive and combustion engines. Preparations for the start of production of the first MINI "Made in Germany" are already in full swing.
"Every new day is one day closer to the next winter," says a proverb of the Sámi, the indigenous people of Lapland. With the right equipment, however, you can enjoy midwinter as well as midsummer in this mystical region high in the north. Well-prepared ice adventurers are rewarded with vast winter landscapes, crystal clear evenings and dancing northern lights. A case for the MINI Cooper S Countryman ALL4 in the Untamed Edition.
The winding roads along rugged fjords are the ideal setting for the MINI Cooper SE Countryman ALL4 Untamed Edition, which is the perfect companion for going on an excursion into the divers nature reserve. The archipelago along Sweden's east coast is made up of 24,000 islands - a perfect destination for adventurers with untamed wanderlust.
MINI brings its worldwide community together in the festive music video for Chris Rea's "Driving Home for Christmas" and calls for donations to SOS Children's Villages to support children in need. MINI is once again supporting the SOS Children’s Villages and asking its worldwide community to participate in donations for the SOS Children’s Villages.
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