2013 MINI Countryman Gets AWD, Interior Upgrades
MINI is giving its Countryman model some upgrades for the 2013 model year, including the addition of all-wheel drive, marking the British automaker’s first AWD offering for the Countryman.
For 2013, MINI outfitted its Countryman with some interior upgrades, including newly-designed rings on the signature central speedometer and around the air vents. They are finished in carbon black with the option of having a gloss black or chrome inner ring. The door inserts and armrests were also redesigned for the 2013 model year while the controls for the power windows have been moved to the door trim.
The Countryman will now come standard with a three-seat rear bench while a pair of single-seaters are available as a no-cost option. Buyers will also have the choice of two new exterior colors: brilliant copper metallic and blazing red metallic.
In the US, the MINI Countryman will be offered with a 1.6-liter, four-cylinder engine with 121 hp as standard, while the turbocharged Cooper S has 181 hp. The MINI JCW Countryman will have 208 hp of turbocharged fun. ALL4 all-wheel drive is now standard on the JCW model and is an option for the MINI S Countryman. Transmission options are a six-speed automatic or manual.
No pricing was announced for the 2013 MINI Countryman.
GALLERY: 2013 MINI Countryman
Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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