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Mini Countryman Hatchback 1.5 C Exclusive [Level 3] 5dr Auto

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	TURBO INJECTION
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	1499
Trim	Cooper Exclusive
Price	£38,820
Engine Power - BHP	170
Acceleration	8.3
Top Speed	132 mph
WLTP - MPG - Comb	47.1
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	136
Length	4444 mm
Width	1843 mm
Height	1661 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	450 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1545 kg

Driver Convenience

Bluetooth connection
Circular OLED Screen
Compatible mobile phone bluetooth with audio streaming
Digital dashboard display
E-call
Electro-mechanical speed dependant steering assistance
Front/rear Parking distance control
MINI Experience Modes
MINI Head up display
MINI Navigation AR
MINI TeleServices
Parking assistant Plus - Surround and remote 3D view, Cameras at front and rear and in the exterior mirrors, Driver recorder function

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

Auto transmission with Paddles
Larger capacity fuel tank

Entertainment

DAB Digital radio
Harman Kardon surround sound system
Personal eSim

Exterior Features

Auto tailgate
Darkened rear glass
Electric adjustable heated door mirrors
Front and rear electric windows
Heated rear window
High beam assistant
Interior rear-view mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function
LED daytime running lights
LED headlights with extended contents including Adaptable light signatures
LED rear lights
LED third brake light
Logos in Vibrant Silver
Opening panoramic roof with slide and tilt functionality, Retractable sun shade with fully opaque fabric
Rain sensor with auto headlights
Rear side wing doors
Rear window wiper
Roof rails
Sun protection glazing
Vibrant silver grille surround

Interior Features

3 seat bench in 2nd row
60/40 split rear bench seat
Active seat for driver with lumbar support and electrically adjust for height + reach, Backrest tilt, Position, Cushion surface tilt, memory function
Anthracite headliner
Auto air conditioning
Driver and front passenger seat heating
Driver seat massage function
Electric front passenger seat adjustment includes heigh, Backrest tilt, Position, Cushion surface tilt with lumbar support
Floor mats
Front armrest
Front headrests
Front sport seats
Heated steering wheel
Height and length steering column adjustment
Lidded storage box in Petrol knit
Luggage compartment separating net
Rear headrests
Seat adjustment for rear seats
Single front passenger seat
Sport Vescin Steering Wheel
Sunvisors with vanity mirrors
Vescin synthetic leather upholstery
Vibrant Silver sill inlay
Wireless charging tray

Packs

Driving assistant professional pack - Mini Countryman
Interior and exterior mirror package - Mini Countryman

Passive Safety

3x3 point rear seat belts
6 Airbags - front, side, head and seat belt tensioners
ABS
DSC - Dynamic Stability Control
Electronic handbrake
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
Front ISOFIX (iSize)
Hill hold assist
Hill start assist
Manual rear child locks
Traction control
Tyre pressure monitoring system
Warning triangle

Security

Alarm system with tilt sensor, monitoring doors, bonnet interior and tailgate
Auto drive away locking
Comfort access system
Deadlocking function
Electronic vehicle immobiliser
Interior camera
Locking wheel bolts
Remote control locking
Start/stop toggle with keyless go

Wheels

Tyre repair kit plus

Emissions - ICE

Standard Euro Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	136
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH	148
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL	132
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High	143
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High - TEH	157
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High - TEL	138
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High	117
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High - TEH	129
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High - TEL	113
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low	173
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low - TEH	181
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low - TEL	170
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium	127
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium - TEH	139
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium - TEL	123

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1499
Compression Ratio	11.1:0
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	3
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	82
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	94.6
Engine Layout	FRONT TRANSVERSE
Gears	7 SPEED
Number of Valves	12
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb	47.1
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH	42.8
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL	48.7
WLTP - MPG - Extra High	44.1
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH	40.4
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL	46.3
WLTP - MPG - High	54.3
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH	49.6
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL	56.5
WLTP - MPG - Low	36.7
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH	35.3
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL	37.7
WLTP - MPG - Medium	49.6
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH	45.6
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL	51.4

General

AdBlue	No
Generation Mark	3
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	21E
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	83
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	87
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	81
NCAP Safety Assist %	79
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	8.3
Engine Power - BHP	170
Engine Power - RPM	4700
Engine Torque - NM	280
Engine Torque - RPM	1500
Top Speed	132 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	225/55 R18
Tyre Size Rear	225/55 R18
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	ASTEROID SPOKE
Wheel Type	18" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1661 mm
Length	4444 mm
Wheelbase	2692 mm
Width	1843 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2069 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	54
Gross Vehicle Weight	2095 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)	1450 l
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	450 l
Max. Loading Weight	550 kg
Max. Roof Load	75
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	1700
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	1545 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	11.6 m

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