The third-generation (U25) MINI Countryman made its debut just a few days ago, and we’re now getting information of the John Cooper Works variant powered by an internal combustion engine. As spotted by MotoringFile, MINI’s German website revealed the Countryman JCW will retain its 2.0 litre turbocharged inline-four petrol engine.
The mill is rated at 300 PS (296 hp or 221 kW) and 400 Nm of torque, which is less than the previous F60 Countryman JCW that offered 306 PS (302 hp or 225 kW) and 450 Nm. The U25 Countryman JCW’s outputs are now identical to the U11 X1 M35i xDrive, and both share the same 0-100 km/h sprint time of 5.4 seconds as well as a limited top speed of 250 km/h.
The power reduction likely stems from the stringent emissions regulations in Europe. Outside the Old Continent, the United States and other selected markets get the X1 M35i with 317 PS (312 hp or 233 kW), and the latest Countryman JCW should follow suit.
Another change for the Countryman JCW is the use of a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission – matching the X1 M35i – instead of an eight-speed torque converter automatic. The report by MotoringFile claims the torque rating of the Getrag-sourced DCT isn’t as high as the automatic unit by Aisin, which is another purported reason for the dip in power.
Besides the JCW, other internal combustion engine variants of the Countryman are the S All4 and C, while fully electric options are the E and SE. The latest Countryman was introduced simultaneously with the all-new, fifth-generation MINI Cooper Electric.
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This is nice
This Vs GLA35
I have the 2023 and my buddy has a 2020 gla35. I almost got an X40. This is by far the nicest of the three especially when considering price. X40 infotainment and sidewall carpeting was meh. I’m a Mercedes fanboy but the gla35 does not feel like they’re older and higher end cars imo. Suspension stiff on the Countryman but it isn’t noticeable once you get used to it. The jcw is a different beast than the plain ol Countryman. More solid and the road feel is unreal. The plain ol Countryman is comparable to the other two. I begrudgingly bought the car for my wife but absolutely love it. We will see how it holds up – feels sturdy and well designed but is a lot of quality plastic. Anyways, go take a long test drive and you will know the answer.
A wee bit slower than current outgoing probably due to increased size and weight. Should be named “MAXI’ Countryman as many ppl from other countries are calling it now.
Nope. ICE cars are made to reduce emissions.