MINI,
part of the BMW portfolio, has introduced the new MINI Countryman Boardwalk for
adventurers. The model is produced as a limited edition and is immediately
available and can be ordered in three model variants.
The
new MINI Countryman is as equipped for the challenges of everyday life as it is
for spontaneous excursions beyond the city limits and adventures on unpaved
terrain. Its versatile character is now enhanced with a stylish touch with the
new Boardwalk.
An
exterior finish in Deep Laguna metallic and exclusive design features for the
exterior and interior make the new MINI Countryman Boardwalk stand-out both on
the metropolitan promenades and during trips to the beach.
The
Deep Laguna metallic body colour effectively showcases the powerfully modelled
surfaces of the MINI Countryman. The high-quality shimmering blue tone was
previously developed exclusively for the MINI Convertible Sidewalk edition
model, also a limited edition, and sparked enthusiasm in the MINI community.
Now the wish of many MINI fans to make this colour available for the new MINI
Countryman is fulfilled. It is combined with a black contrast finish on the
roof and exterior mirror caps.
With
this colour combination, the new MINI Countryman Boardwalk is eye-catching from
every angle. The name of the edition refers to the promenades of traditional
seaside resorts in the British home of the MINI brand. The often mile-long
walkways, which connect spas and serve as access to the typical English piers,
were originally the preferred stage for large social performances.
The
characteristic pattern of the wooden beams laid longitudinally and diagonally
on the promenades now serve as the inspiration for the emblem of the new
edition. A stripe pattern in Deep Laguna metallic and black metallic with the
lettering “BOARDWALK” adorns the frame of the side trims known as Side
Scuttles. Patterns and inscriptions can also be found on the entry bars. In
addition, the side flanks of the roof at the rear side windows and the interior
bar on the passenger side each bear a logo with the name of the edition model.
The
new MINI Countryman Boardwalk is available in three model variants. In the MINI
Cooper Countryman Boardwalk (fuel consumption combined: 5.9 – 5.6 l/100 km; CO2
emissions combined: 135 – 129 g/km) a three-cylinder petrol engine with MINI
TwinPower Turbo technology produces a maximum output of 136 hp. A four-cylinder
petrol engine with 178 hp drives the MINI Cooper S Countryman Boardwalk (fuel consumption
combined: 6.5 – 6.3 l/100 km; CO2 emissions combined: 148 – 144 g/km) and MINI
Cooper S Countryman ALL4 Boardwalk (fuel consumption combined: 6.5 – 6.2 l/100
km; CO2 emissions combined: 149 – 142 g/km).
As
an alternative to the standard 6-speed manual transmission, a 7-speed
Steptronic transmission with dual clutch is available for both the MINI Cooper
Countryman Boardwalk and the MINI Cooper S Countryman Boardwalk. The
all-wheel-drive edition model is equipped with an 8-speed Steptronic transmission
as standard. With numerous other options, the exclusive appearance of the
edition vehicles can be personalised for added driving pleasure and comfort.