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MINI JCW Countryman ALL4: An Adrenaline-Packed Adventure Machine in a Compact Package

The new MINI top model combines fierce turbo power with off-road capability – but is it still a MINI at heart?

Mikkel M. Vermeulen
By Mikkel M. Vermeulen 10. April 2025

MINI JCW Countryman ALL4: A Compact SUV with Serious Attitude

The latest edition of MINI’s most powerful model cranks up the intensity: the MINI John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4. Equipped with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder TwinPower Turbo petrol engine, this compact SUV delivers 300 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque — enough to launch it from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.4 seconds.

But MINI isn’t just about raw power. The new model blends performance with comfort and practicality, all wrapped in the brand’s unmistakable attitude.

An SUV with MINI Spirit?

Developed as the performance flagship of the third-generation MINI Countryman, this JCW version comes standard with permanent all-wheel drive (ALL4). According to the BMW Group, this means the vehicle is equally confident navigating forest trails and cobbled city streets — supported by a 65 mm increase in ground clearance and advanced suspension setup.

Sporty Design Meets Modern Interior

On the outside, the JCW Countryman features signature sport styling cues, including red accents, exclusive bumpers, and 19-inch alloy wheels (with 20-inch options available). Inside, the sporty theme continues with bucket-style sport seats, a 240 mm round OLED central display, and a suite of advanced digital driver assistance systems.

Luggage space has also been expanded to up to 1,450 liters, making the car equally suited for spirited weekend getaways and family road trips.

A True MINI – or Something New?

For those who want speed, function, and four-wheel drive, the MINI JCW Countryman ALL4 looks like a no-compromise choice. However, for purists chasing that original MINI essence, the spirit may still lie in the smaller, lighter models.

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