Video Summary
- The Mini Countryman is the largest Mini has ever made.- This Mini Countryman feels quite big, but it’s actually only 20 centimeters longer than the Volvo EX30.
- The look of the Mini Countryman is a head-turner and it's very good-looking.
- If you have “too many children," the Mini Countryman has sufficient boot space.
- There is no boring plastic, just a “lovely knitted fabric."
- This Mini is of good build quality, and its detailing is precise.
- The basic Mini Countryman SE All4 starts at £46,600, yet options can add significantly to that amount.
- Mini’s “nice goldilocks balance” of the following; feels comfy, stable, fun to drive, gives you that smile behind the wheel, is also practical.
- The all 4 version Mini Countryman has two motors with 301 brake horsepower.
- At 5.6 seconds from 0-62 mph it is faster than other electric family vehicles.
- Range for the Countryman is 256 miles for about 3.5 miles per kilowatt hour.
- Charging peaks for the Countryman is 130 kW on a DC point, taking 30 minutes to go from 10-80%.
- AC charging for the Mini Countryman is 11 kW, unless you “tick the option box.”
- Early problems with charging at the proper speeds have been identified and hopefully will be repaired via software updates.
- There is a lack of head-up display and the infotainment system are minuses for the Mini.
- The Mini's tight cornering ability is a plus.
- The Volvo EX30's style is sleek and more modern, without a grill.
- The Volvo has good visibility when driving, but the sensors can be annoying, and the steering feels odd at times.
- Leg room is minimal in the back if someone tall is driving.
- The Volvo gets another 23 miles beyond the Mini.
- The better value is the less expensive Volvo.
- Points don't win you prizes!
- The dual motor Volvo EX30 can produce 426 bhp, and get from 0-62 mph in 3.7 seconds.
- It is found to be better for everyday practicality.
- It is not recommended if you regularly travel on rough roads or at higher speeds because steering feels too light.
