MINI has revealed that its all-wheel drive system, ALL4, will be available for the MINI Cooper Countryman and the MINI Cooper Paceman. This increases the number of all-wheel versions within the MINI model range to ten models. The new models are also fitted with 6-speed manual transmission as standard, with 6-speed automatic transmission available as an option.
With the enhanced traction and driving stability, the permanent all-wheel drive system helps the driver stay in control while driving on snow, sand or slippery surfaces, as well offering extra grip on twisty roads. Mini’s ALL4 four-wheel drive is based on an electromagnetic centre differential and distributes drive force at continuously variable levels between the front and rear axle. Its electronic control system is integrated directly in the DSC control unit (Dynamic Stability Control), enabling it to direct drive torque quickly to where it can be most effectively transformed into propulsion.
In the new models MINI Cooper Countryman ALL4 and MINI Cooper Paceman ALL4, the all-wheel drive system distributes the power of a 1.6-litre 4-cylinder engine with an output of 122 bhp between the front and rear wheels.
As a result, the MINI Cooper Countryman ALL4 manages a respectable from 0 to 62mph time of 11.9 seconds and a top speed of 114 mph. Performance is coupled with Economy and efficiency, with an average combined consumption of 40.9 mpg and emissions of 167 g per/km of CO2.
Due to the high level of efficiency of both engine and drivetrain and the use of innovative eco measures, dubbed ‘MINIMALISM’ technologies, the boost in driving fun goes hand in hand with low levels of fuel consumption and emissions. The MINI Countryman ALL4 has an average fuel consumption of 40.9 mpg on the EU test cycle and CO2 emissions of 167 grams per kilometre.
According to MINI, the relationship between driving fun and fuel consumption is equally impressive in the MINI Cooper Paceman ALL4. This model takes a claimed 11.8 seconds to accelerate from standing to 62 mph and attains a top speed of 115 mph. Its fuel consumption and CO2 emission levels on the EU test cycle are the same as those of the MINI Cooper Countryman ALL4.
With this extension of the model range there will be four versions of each of the MINI Countryman and MINI Paceman with optional ALL4 in future. Prices for the MINI Cooper ALL4 Countryman start at £19,365 OTR and £20,175 for the MINI Cooper ALL4 Paceman.
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