Mini Countryman SE first drive: A wild interior that's not to be missed
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- Опубліковано 4 бер 2024
- Mini has promised to go all electric by 2030, a date that seemed pretty far off back in 2021 but right now is starting to sound not that far off at all. While the company's prior battery-powered efforts have been great, it's going to take something more serious and more practical to convert the masses to the wonders of electrification.
That something might just be the 2025 Mini Countryman. While Mini will offer this car with a gasoline-burning engine if you're feeling traditional, the star of the lineup will be the new, $45,200, all-electric Countryman SE. With 313 horsepower and 363 pound-feet of torque, it's quick, and with way more cargo space, it's practical too.
But how does it drive? That's what we headed to Portugal to find out, and while the extra volume and weight of the new Countryman does come with some compromises, it's an engaging SUV to drive with a fantastic interior that's just a few software updates away from perfection.
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No electric vehicles are worth the time until solid state battery tech is released. A wasted investment otherwise.
$45,200, all-electric Countryman SE is the same price as a Tesla Model Y LONG RANGE. Model Y get's a point of sale tax credit, not sure about mini. I like that Mini is starting their conversion, but realistically, it needs be much cheaper not more expensive if its going to be providing less foundational value. No mention of that by the reviewer makes this a paid review.
The delay on the screen software is awful. It's 2024.. why can't we have UI that doesn't stutter or lag
It's actually a cute car and has a lot of neat unique features. I was actually wondering why more cars don't have the reflective holo display nowadays. Mileage is on point, though the price is a bit oof. I've always been a sucker for a Mini Cooper style, and the car is definitely very different but also very Mini Cooper.
For now my 2011 regular mini works great! As soon as I can become a home owner I will gladly invest in the all new electric one! Really pressed to get the countryman but I just love the 56 and 66 so much
As a new mini owner ('24), I am super happy that I bought my mini before they did this redesign!!! In my opinion, the outside has gone from a cool unique look to a plain bland design, and the dash is super ugly compared to mini dashboard's of the past. The cool airplane like switches, etc...have been changed out for these cheap looking knobs and dials. Who wants to pay nearly 50k for a bland looking car that seems like a modern Ford Escort. This is so off-brand to me for Mini. Not impressed at all.
There's nothing mini about this
Solid review. I can't see any reason to buy this over a Tesla model Y. That circular dash will age poorly over time.
OLED display? No thank you! OLED , displays are amazing for home TV and media consumption but for a car I see a lot of screen burn in complaints coming.
Dear Engadget, you're a big well known tech reviewer, please also refer to the metric system when mentioning numbers. Especially if you're coming to our beautiful Portugal.
Mario cart mode 😂
Great review. I cant help but think the outside of the car is just too damn ugly
It's still so disappointing to see how MINI implements their HUD. Cheapo pop-up plastic rather than reflecting it off the screen like EVERYONE ELSE.
Nice to see the presenter, last time he was reviewing Google Glass.
I won't buy an all electric auto till charging stations are much more numerous. I wish that the government had pushed for a car with the following, Electric motor with BOTH the ability to charge from a charging station and having a small motor of some kind that could be used to charge the battery.
'Mini'
Sorry I don't do electric cars and never will. Ill give you thumbs up for the content.
Mini tank. Yessss, very small and light.
Get an old retro MINI and just convert it to electric.
certainly not worth your time if you live in phoenix and would be near-🤡 to get brand new car w/o ventilated seats.