New derivative of family SUV will be revealed in October amid drive to extend Mini’s appeal Mini is priming a new off-road version of the Countryman as it looks to broaden the brand’s appeal with a range of individualistic special editions. The company has revealed a new prototype referred to only as “a new Countryman edition”, which brings lifted suspension, chunky off-road tyres and a roof-mounted tent, hinting at its outdoorsy remit. Mini boss Jean-Philippe Parain said the brand is “just one step away” from unwrapping the finished car, which will be unveiled in October. The prototype has been pictured traversing the Rocky Mountain national park in Colorado, in the US, where hardened versions…
Rugged new Mini Countryman brings roof tent and off-road chops
