Was in the market to replace an XC40 T5. Nothing appealed, then I saw this video on a Friday night. Rewatched it with my wife. Both thought it looked fab. Managed to sort a test drive on the Saturday, completed our order on the Monday and collected the car a couple of weeks ago. Absolutely love it! Nice influencing!!
Had mine 2wks, it’s in the exact same colour config with a level 2 pack which is plenty to play with…!!!!!, but it’s the drive that just stands above everything else. It has that mini go kart feel but within a bigger car which you don’t notice when driving . I really think Mini have designed a winner here it’s fun and funky… well done Mini…
Had my MINI Countryman 2025 JCW for two months. Wife loved it so much we got one for her. Now we both drive home from work with a smile on our face. Brilliant car with that MINI go kart feel and room to get the dogs in. Thanks MINI…BTW loved the review Pete
As a 6'4 tall & big unit, I've never looked at mini since walking away from a potential first car back in the early 90s. I remember being peed off that i couldn't fit in the lime green (hand painted) rust bucket that i really wanted. 35 years later a lot has changed but I'm still a big'un. This countryman might mean i finally get into a mini
@@PetrolPed Come on Ped , I know your a brand ambassador but FGS it looks the size and similar shape to the Range Rover . You keep screaming, go kart feel in this video , yet it weighs 1800 kg , you couldn’t be any less obvious if you tried .
I completely completely get your enthusiasm for this car Pete, seems an incredible car. Me and my Mrs have said this is in contention to be our next car, wouldn’t be surprised if we get one
4:38 I will say, although its not as small as the name Mini would lead you to believe (countrymans have always been big), this does look like a very small SUV, which totally still fits the small, MINI theme.
Thanks again for a great review! I have ordered one. I currently drive a 2023 Mini Cooper S Resolute edition and love driving it but after seeing this model at the Auto show had to get one. Nice to see someone who's owned a JCW before love the new JCW. Keep up the great videos!
As a Clubman SD owner I find it interesting how the Mini has evolved. Love that interior. So funky and nice to see Mini maintain its quirky features. Great review as usual.
As you may remember...I love my Clubmans..on my 3rd, now in JCW guise, sadly no more Clubmans in the future. I've always thought the Countryman too big, too ugly......but........but.......the refresh has worked wonders, in the absence of my fave.....this is definitely a contender!
I was very anti when I first saw pictures, however the new Countryman is the best looking of the new models. I really enjoyed the review, it looks and no doubt feels a proper premium car. I normally buy cars when they are 5 years old and affordable for me. I’d definitely be interested in one of these in the future.
The Sat Nav with the Augmented Reality is awesome, very clever. Sat Navs have come a long way (No Pun Intended) love your Enthusiasm Peter, there's no doubting that you're a massive Mini fan, and that's one massive Mini. 😃👍
Thanks for that, very useful piece. We're picking up our very same model on Monday and trading in our 2020 JCW Countryman. Looking forward to the new experience!😀
Fantastic review Pete & I test drove one two weeks ago & I totally agree with everything you said about this awesome car good old fashioned petrol engine enjoyment bang on!!!👌🏻👍🏻😎
Hey Pete! Love your thoughts on the Mini Countryman! We Love our New 2024 Countryman and she handles the corners beautifully!!! And you do find yourself smiling 😊
Cracking review, Pete, I could be tempted. I can see a Charlie Clubman replacement in the offing, with obligatory red mudflaps too, which wouldn't be too out of place on this colour combination.
Looks funky like all minis great to drive and like you said puts a massive smile on your face I’m now on my second mini and 1st jcw 2023 and absolutely love them and that’s coming from a fiesta mk 8 St. great video mate keep up the good work
Had a 2011 Clubman Cooper S with a rare auto gearbox a few years ago. Absolutely loved it and and still miss it (I changed it for a Tesla). If this new Countryman has the space and comfort for longer journeys, like driving to the Alps with teens in the back, it could be a contender for our next car.
My favorite piece of road Pete Bibury to the A40, I drive it every Friday, they resurfaced half of it last year great improvement if its clear what a quick drive, glad you enjoyed it in the new Mini which looks really good. I then have a slow drive through Burford and onto Harry's favorite road, love my Friday afternoon drive each week
Hi Pete I saw this model down at Chandlers Worthing in showroom looks fantastic love to drive this car . Hope to see you in this beauty at Waitrose in Chi ? All the best Andrew😎
I bought a Mini in 2010 just to use as a commuter car. I wanted something cheap and fun to drive and something that got good gas mileage. Well this Mini was just the ticket and, unfortunately, it is just a base model Cooper with a 6 speed manual. This car has been a blast. It is now 14 years old and it still puts a smile on me face and will get over 40 mpg's.
Actually had a maxi back in the day and loved it. Those dimensions are almost the same as my Jeep wow. Have to say always loved the mini I had and you seem to be really taken by this one
Pete, I had a Clubman JCW, pretty-much identical to yours, and like you, I loved it! I went to see this new Countryman, and was immediately compelled to put my hand in my pocket, and buy…………….another Clubman JCW!! And have to confess, your “attempted” gushing review of this car, makes me realise, I made the right decision. Nothing I’ve seen or heard about this car makes me feel it’s in any way superior to (or even a match for) the sublime Clubman JCW.
But Ped has the Porsche now which replaced Charley Clubman and obviously still has Ruby who has had work done so he can be using her more. 🤔 Unless he tries to tell us that Tracey 'needs' one and of course the pups will also be in 'need' of one as he talks himself into how much better one would be for heading off to Cornwall or Wales 😂😂😂
I much prefer the looks vs the old one - chunky, lots of features. And I love that some people think it’s ugly, too big etc. Difference in opinions means more diversity in car design. Which is good.
Was in the dealers yesterday (BMW MOT) and they had one of these in the showroom, same colours as this one, very smart inside and out. I think they had an electric demonstrator too.
Wow Sir Pete! Great review! The clubman and countrymen are definitely on my radar! I’m not sold on the front end design but the rest of the countrymen exterior and interior are great! Definitely makes me want to get one! Excellent review Sir Pete
Great review mate. Wasn't sure on the looks when I first saw it but it's certainly growing on me now. Will you be reviewing the C & S versions ? I've got an extended test drive in a couple of weeks with the S and can't wait.
I like the interior colour scheme. My OAP body would also appreciate climbing in through the rear doors. Why Austin never made these as 4-door cars back in my day is quite beyond me. I'd have bought one then. Ah, well...better late than never. Aloha!
Watching @Petrol Ped Mini reviews you're wondering how he's not yet part of the Mini Marketing Team! 🎉 On the other hand, the new JCW Countryman is an exceptional product, more exclusive than its rivals and really appealing for the young and dynamic audience 💪✌
Should be calling it the Maxi now... Great looking car, I've had augmented reality on satnav on my Merc since 2018 but that system works really well by the looks of it!
Thanks for the great review Pete. i hate it when people always say it's not a MINI anymore. what about the people who still love the brand and need a larger car. What about the original Golf and the Gold 7 and 8 why do they not say.....This is not a Golf anymore. I think you will end up buying one.
I was so glad I saw this review by you. I was very impressed with this JCW when I looked around it in the dealers. I’m seriously thinking of trading my 2022 JCW Coupe for this new Countryman as I do need a car with more space. I have a test drive booked for tomorrow so your review is very timely as I respect your thoughts on MINI’s. 🥳
@@PetrolPed Test drive done. Impressive and it wasn’t even the JCW model. Impressed with the way it drove and the build quality and so was the wife! Placed an order for a JCW version with Level 3 pack. Love my JCW Coupe but I need something bigger going forward and this still keeps me in a Mini. Other option was a Range Rover Evoque (I’ve owned 2 before) but they are a bit “grown up” for me !… 🤣
I recently bought a 2024 Clubman JCW. I thought about the new Countryman JCW, but I just really preferred the look of the Clubman and the feeling of being down close to the road. Your enthusiasm for Charlie (rest in peace) may have also been influential. 😉 Ultimately I doubted whether Mini could preserve a proper JCW driving experience in the new, bigger Countryman. I love my Clubman, absolutely no regrets there. But I’m glad to hear the next generation is still a great drive.
We all have a soft spot for a mini. I know it has grown but so have all the other cars out there. Looks ok to me. Is it reliable? Its predecessors were not great on reliability. I like the interior and your right that round central display is an evolution using technology.
Fantastic car!!!!! Love your review. I'm in Canada out west near the rockies with the wide winding roads. Perfect for this car. Btw, price here for a fully loaded JCW Countryman is around 35K pounds.
Good review. Interesting that they came out with the top spec JCW version first. The more standard Countryman S all4 will be out later this year. I drive a gen3 Countryman (F60), and look forward to test driving this new gen4. I appreciate your enthusiasm and your love for the Mini brand. Keep up the good work.
Love your passionate review. I can feel your happiness. I prefer this Mini countryman to BMW X1/X2. I don’t need JCW version, but S is enough. The B48 engine is really good.
I get the impression you were a little smitten with the JCW Countryman, maybe now on your wanted list!! It certainly sounds the part from the four exhausts. I love the styling, in particular the rear end. I’m certain that infotainment screen holds a lot more display info than you have shown or know about. Like you said at the end, have a word with MINI, we need a longer review of this fabulous motor. Nice video too Pedro.
@@PetrolPed Could have said this better. I have sat in a JCW. I have now had a drive in a new CM, with the 1.5 engine. Pokey lump and I had forgot how planted Minis are on the road. Only compromised by the seats for us but then my daily is an XC90.
Great video as ever. I’m guessing it probably because it’s what I’m used to being there. But think it would look better with a screen in front of the steering wheel rather than all being in that screen in the middle. Although I guess you have the head up display. How does CarPlay look on that screen?
I think I would need to see it in the flesh before I said yes but after another excellent review by yourself it is getting a thumbs up so far. I do like the rear with the quad exhausts. I like the rear spoiler. As you know I do like my JLR cars & although I have never owned an Evoque I have driven plenty. The Countryman would be the only other car I would consider in this segment other than the E-Pace. My only negative is the dashboard in that spec with the red but I am sure there are other options. I bought my JCW hatch after seeing a Countryman JCW & liking the styling so if I was in the market I would certainly consider this car.
Excellent review Mr. Ped. We currently own an F56 JCW hatch, an F57 JCW cab, and an F60 JCW Countryman [306] - so there's approx 850bhp of Mini metal sat in our garage right now! I ABSOLUTELY LOVE this new model. It looks like a Mini LR Defender - which is no bad thing? Price is reasonable - if comparing to similar models from competitors (Stelvio, X3, GLC, Tiguan R, etc) - and residuals on the JCW's are historically at the higher end of the market. Can't wait to get a drive in one of these!
Drove one on Saturday morning and loved it enough to buy one. Night and day from the bloated and floaty previous version, just waiting for confirmed build slot and delivery date now
Always love your reviews Pete and it’s another job well done 👍 Tech spec Is great on this new Countryman JCW, there’s no doubting that, looks like a fabulous car to drive but hey! What’s going on with that interior? Those red stripes on the dashboard, that over thick sterling wheel and although it looks funky am not sure how easy the round info screen would be to live with. Hope you can get one for a week or two, that’d be an interesting vlog 😁
I definitely like the look of this car, especially in that black/red paint scheme and with 300 ponies I’m sure it’s fun. The design detail on the inside is good, something a bit different and I would definitely spec that pan roof which lightens and shows off the interior. My big bug bear (apart from the price) is that enormous key! What on Earth are you supposed to do with that?? It must ruin the line of your carefully curated PP wardrobe! 😂
A part of me hates the idea of a 4,4m 1.7 tonne mini. But if you buy an suv anyway it can just have an interior as this one and drive like a super mini. I might believe you're going to buy one.
Wow Pete a Petrol version. I b et you're tempted though to add one to your collection ? I totally agree also, This car makes you see the end of complications !! 👍👍😂
Come on Pete own up, if you manage to talk Mini into on a long term test you just know you’ll be ordering one at the end. Bikes, dogs, long trips, it’s just made for the job. 😎😎
Yes Pete.... got you written all over it. We had a few through at the dealership for new reg day (including a 47k JCW). They are big but built on the new BMW X1 chassis (the JCW has 20" rims) so do handle & feel upmarket. A look of Range Rover at the rear as you said, a full black one we had was compared to a mini RR Cullinan (BMW family I guess)!😂 Night time is interesting as the themes you played with include matching led pattern projection across the dashboard (giving a completely different looking dash for each one). Big step forward all round, the only thing i'd say though is ..... Keep the petrol pooch & pup off of those lovely woven door cards & dash 🤦♂️ Oh & the interior door handles look like Nissan 350Z external ones.... not sure why. Great car though.
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Was in the market to replace an XC40 T5. Nothing appealed, then I saw this video on a Friday night. Rewatched it with my wife. Both thought it looked fab. Managed to sort a test drive on the Saturday, completed our order on the Monday and collected the car a couple of weeks ago. Absolutely love it! Nice influencing!!
You have given THE BEST REVIEW as expected from a fellow MINI owner and enthusiast. Thanks for being honest. Thanks for being you.
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I think you nailed it Pete, a bad day at work can be totally forgotten if you can have a great drive home.
Had mine 2wks, it’s in the exact same colour config with a level 2 pack which is plenty to play with…!!!!!, but it’s the drive that just stands above everything else. It has that mini go kart feel but within a bigger car which you don’t notice when driving . I really think Mini have designed a winner here it’s fun and funky… well done Mini…
Felt the passion from you today Pete, good to see mini making new cars 🙌
Had my MINI Countryman 2025 JCW for two months. Wife loved it so much we got one for her. Now we both drive home from work with a smile on our face. Brilliant car with that MINI go kart feel and room to get the dogs in. Thanks MINI…BTW loved the review Pete
As a 6'4 tall & big unit, I've never looked at mini since walking away from a potential first car back in the early 90s. I remember being peed off that i couldn't fit in the lime green (hand painted) rust bucket that i really wanted. 35 years later a lot has changed but I'm still a big'un. This countryman might mean i finally get into a mini
I’ve booked a test drive that’s one lovely car external and interior. Great video made my Friday!
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@PetrolPed Come on Ped , I know your a brand ambassador but FGS it looks the size and similar shape to the Range Rover .
You keep screaming, go kart feel in this video , yet it weighs 1800 kg , you couldn’t be any less obvious if you tried .
@@BullyBoxer But I'm not a brand ambassador ?! I've driven it...have you ?
I completely completely get your enthusiasm for this car Pete, seems an incredible car. Me and my Mrs have said this is in contention to be our next car, wouldn’t be surprised if we get one
4:38 I will say, although its not as small as the name Mini would lead you to believe (countrymans have always been big), this does look like a very small SUV, which totally still fits the small, MINI theme.
Also, love that you are the only reviewer that really pushed the car . Your foot is heavy and I like that!!!!
LOL 😂
TY - a man happy in his work! In a world of anodyne blobs on wheels, it's good to see something that's both distinctive and a great drive.
Thanks again for a great review! I have ordered one. I currently drive a 2023 Mini Cooper S Resolute edition and love driving it but after seeing this model at the Auto show had to get one. Nice to see someone who's owned a JCW before love the new JCW. Keep up the great videos!
Enjoy!
As a Clubman SD owner I find it interesting how the Mini has evolved.
Love that interior. So funky and nice to see Mini maintain its quirky features.
Great review as usual.
As you may remember...I love my Clubmans..on my 3rd, now in JCW guise, sadly no more Clubmans in the future. I've always thought the Countryman too big, too ugly......but........but.......the refresh has worked wonders, in the absence of my fave.....this is definitely a contender!
Well worth a test drive 👍
I was very anti when I first saw pictures, however the new Countryman is the best looking of the new models.
I really enjoyed the review, it looks and no doubt feels a proper premium car. I normally buy cars when they are 5 years old and affordable for me. I’d definitely be interested in one of these in the future.
One thing I love about the Mini, is the go cart drive. Awesome feeling.
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The Sat Nav with the Augmented Reality is awesome, very clever. Sat Navs have come a long way (No Pun Intended) love your Enthusiasm Peter, there's no doubting that you're a massive Mini fan, and that's one massive Mini. 😃👍
Love your enthusiasm, it wouldn’t suit if we all liked the same things……I certainly think it has a lot more attitude than a 450hp EV.
What a gas man...Looks like fun from down here. Cheers and look forward to an extended test.
Thanks for that, very useful piece. We're picking up our very same model on Monday and trading in our 2020 JCW Countryman. Looking forward to the new experience!😀
Glad it was helpful!
I loved the old rounded key, it was easily identifiable and undeniably “Mini”
Thanks!
Wow thank you 🙏🏻
Fantastic review Pete & I test drove one two weeks ago & I totally agree with everything you said about this awesome car good old fashioned petrol engine enjoyment bang on!!!👌🏻👍🏻😎
That Mini smile - you just can't beat it :)
Indeed 👍
Hey Pete!
Love your thoughts on the Mini Countryman! We Love our New 2024 Countryman and she handles the corners beautifully!!!
And you do find yourself smiling 😊
Thanks Heidi 🙏🏻 Say hi to Steve for me 👍
i'm getting the feeling you enjoyed this one Pedro... Great review and great looking car.
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Cracking review, Pete, I could be tempted. I can see a Charlie Clubman replacement in the offing, with obligatory red mudflaps too, which wouldn't be too out of place on this colour combination.
Mud flaps… now theres a thought 😂
Looks funky like all minis great to drive and like you said puts a massive smile on your face I’m now on my second mini and 1st jcw 2023 and absolutely love them and that’s coming from a fiesta mk 8 St. great video mate keep up the good work
Love this, she looks amazing and lots of fun ! Test driving one soon 😊.
You should! Very pup friendly 😜👍
@@PetrolPed Haha that’s what I’m thinking - much more sensible for them !
Had a 2011 Clubman Cooper S with a rare auto gearbox a few years ago. Absolutely loved it and and still miss it (I changed it for a Tesla). If this new Countryman has the space and comfort for longer journeys, like driving to the Alps with teens in the back, it could be a contender for our next car.
My favorite piece of road Pete Bibury to the A40, I drive it every Friday, they resurfaced half of it last year great improvement if its clear what a quick drive, glad you enjoyed it in the new Mini which looks really good. I then have a slow drive through Burford and onto Harry's favorite road, love my Friday afternoon drive each week
Unashamedly a fan... love it!
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Great Review, so much passion, well marketed. Makes me want to go ahead and get a mini.
Go for it!
I can't believe I'm saying this but love it! Looking forward to extended test!😊
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The looks is growing on me
Hi Pete I saw this model down at Chandlers Worthing in showroom looks fantastic love to drive this car . Hope to see you in this beauty at Waitrose in Chi ? All the best Andrew😎
Coming to Waitrose soon 😂
I absolutely love it, I'm waiting for my local dealer to get a demo in for me to test drive 😁
You’ll love it 👍
Thought it was Ruby for a second.....then I put my glasses on :)
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This is a good one. A petrol Mini JCW would be even better.
Got one on order, roll on April, now I have seen this video I can’t wait!!!!
Lucky you 👍👍
I bought a Mini in 2010 just to use as a commuter car. I wanted something cheap and fun to drive and something that got good gas mileage. Well this Mini was just the ticket and, unfortunately, it is just a base model Cooper with a 6 speed manual. This car has been a blast. It is now 14 years old and it still puts a smile on me face and will get over 40 mpg's.
Love this 👍
Actually had a maxi back in the day and loved it. Those dimensions are almost the same as my Jeep wow. Have to say always loved the mini I had and you seem to be really taken by this one
Sat in one last Saturday (picking up my new cooper s hatch) and its massive ! But the looks and the quad tailpipes sold it me, absolutely love it !
Superb review of an Innovative shopping rocket. I bet it's brilliant fun though and I salute your pretty convincing defence of the indefensible xD
Pete, I had a Clubman JCW, pretty-much identical to yours, and like you, I loved it! I went to see this new Countryman, and was immediately compelled to put my hand in my pocket, and buy…………….another Clubman JCW!! And have to confess, your “attempted” gushing review of this car, makes me realise, I made the right decision. Nothing I’ve seen or heard about this car makes me feel it’s in any way superior to (or even a match for) the sublime Clubman JCW.
Something tells me you are going to get one ? !! 😂
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But Ped has the Porsche now which replaced Charley Clubman and obviously still has Ruby who has had work done so he can be using her more. 🤔 Unless he tries to tell us that Tracey 'needs' one and of course the pups will also be in 'need' of one as he talks himself into how much better one would be for heading off to Cornwall or Wales 😂😂😂
Well Pete I am recovering from an operation feet up watching a great Mini review That interior and sat nav is next level But don’t swop Ruby for one😂👍
Absolutely rubbish car in every sense good luck
Well Pete just sat at home recovering from an operation What a great review loved the interior and sat nav is next level Don’t swop Ruby 😂👍
Been to have a look at the JCW a couple of times and will be ordering one in February can’t wait to get one.
Great video thank you for sharing this epic story of the new mini world
Our pleasure!
AWD, mechanical diff, M2 brakes. This is a proper car.
Fantastic review, son and I have tickets to see you and Tiff at Beaulieu on the 16th. Looking forward to it.
Oh amazing. Make sure you come and say hi 👋
06:14 - "there's still room enough room in here for normal person" 😂😂😂 Another reason why I sub!🍺
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Stunning design SO Mini, and with your obvious facial delight says it all. Excellent vid with plenty of info content. Sod it, I need to try one. 😎😎
You do 👍
I much prefer the looks vs the old one - chunky, lots of features. And I love that some people think it’s ugly, too big etc. Difference in opinions means more diversity in car design. Which is good.
Was in the dealers yesterday (BMW MOT) and they had one of these in the showroom, same colours as this one, very smart inside and out. I think they had an electric demonstrator too.
Wow Sir Pete! Great review! The clubman and countrymen are definitely on my radar! I’m not sold on the front end design but the rest of the countrymen exterior and interior are great! Definitely makes me want to get one! Excellent review Sir Pete
Cheers mate 🙏🏻👍
Loved the car! Loved the review! Petrol engine ❤
Glad you liked it!!
Glad they finally added BMW's Driver Assistance Pro package with lane centering + smart cruise!🎉🎉🎉
Great review mate. Wasn't sure on the looks when I first saw it but it's certainly growing on me now. Will you be reviewing the C & S versions ? I've got an extended test drive in a couple of weeks with the S and can't wait.
I like the interior colour scheme. My OAP body would also appreciate climbing in through the rear doors. Why Austin never made these as 4-door cars back in my day is quite beyond me. I'd have bought one then. Ah, well...better late than never. Aloha!
Currently have a JCW Clubman and contemplating the Countryman. Kids getting bigger and more room for golf clubs while keeping the fun.
Watching @Petrol Ped Mini reviews you're wondering how he's not yet part of the Mini Marketing Team! 🎉
On the other hand, the new JCW Countryman is an exceptional product, more exclusive than its rivals and really appealing for the young and dynamic audience 💪✌
Not bad, Mini's are lovely to drive however, do i detect the exhaust note piped in to the cabin through the audio system?
Not a fan of SUVs But as a Mini F56 JCW LCI2 owner I’d love one of these Looks fabulous ❤
Should be calling it the Maxi now... Great looking car, I've had augmented reality on satnav on my Merc since 2018 but that system works really well by the looks of it!
Spotted one of these (non JCW) in the wild today in Infracombe. Very cool looking thing.
Indeed 👍
Been waiting for this 🤩
Can't wait till we can see these in the states. Been trying to convince my wife to get one when they do.
Thanks for the great review Pete. i hate it when people always say it's not a MINI anymore. what about the people who still love the brand and need a larger car. What about the original Golf and the Gold 7 and 8 why do they not say.....This is not a Golf anymore. I think you will end up buying one.
I was so glad I saw this review by you. I was very impressed with this JCW when I looked around it in the dealers. I’m seriously thinking of trading my 2022 JCW Coupe for this new Countryman as I do need a car with more space.
I have a test drive booked for tomorrow so your review is very timely as I respect your thoughts on MINI’s. 🥳
Let me know how you get on 👍
I will. I don’t think they have the JCW on test though.
@@PetrolPed Test drive done. Impressive and it wasn’t even the JCW model. Impressed with the way it drove and the build quality and so was the wife! Placed an order for a JCW version with Level 3 pack. Love my JCW Coupe but I need something bigger going forward and this still keeps me in a Mini. Other option was a Range Rover Evoque (I’ve owned 2 before) but they are a bit “grown up” for me !… 🤣
I recently bought a 2024 Clubman JCW. I thought about the new Countryman JCW, but I just really preferred the look of the Clubman and the feeling of being down close to the road. Your enthusiasm for Charlie (rest in peace) may have also been influential. 😉 Ultimately I doubted whether Mini could preserve a proper JCW driving experience in the new, bigger Countryman. I love my Clubman, absolutely no regrets there. But I’m glad to hear the next generation is still a great drive.
Great cars 👍
Looks like you had an amazing time! 🚘
Yep 👍
We all have a soft spot for a mini. I know it has grown but so have all the other cars out there. Looks ok to me. Is it reliable? Its predecessors were not great on reliability. I like the interior and your right that round central display is an evolution using technology.
We think you enjoyed that Pete 👍. We had a good look around one recently and were quite impressed
Fantastic car!!!!! Love your review. I'm in Canada out west near the rockies with the wide winding roads. Perfect for this car. Btw, price here for a fully loaded JCW Countryman is around 35K pounds.
Wow 😮
Good review. Interesting that they came out with the top spec JCW version first. The more standard Countryman S all4 will be out later this year. I drive a gen3 Countryman (F60), and look forward to test driving this new gen4. I appreciate your enthusiasm and your love for the Mini brand. Keep up the good work.
If you don’t really need the performance. The Countryman C from £30k is the one to go for 👍
I love the old style of mini models 😂
Look fantastic and so unique 😊
Thank you! Cheers!
For an SUV it's a much better design than many with a lot of room and storage. For once this is a rather god new car. Im off to look at one!
Love your passionate review. I can feel your happiness. I prefer this Mini countryman to BMW X1/X2. I don’t need JCW version, but S is enough. The B48 engine is really good.
Great review - so he’s passionate about the car well that’s because he likes it 👍🏼 great car
Thanks! 👍
I get the impression you were a little smitten with the JCW Countryman, maybe now on your wanted list!! It certainly sounds the part from the four exhausts. I love the styling, in particular the rear end. I’m certain that infotainment screen holds a lot more display info than you have shown or know about. Like you said at the end, have a word with MINI, we need a longer review of this fabulous motor. Nice video too Pedro.
Longer review sorted 😜👍
"Pheasant" I feel your pain. Well, a 330d I was driving took it on the chin. Sat in the JCW and awaiting a test drive.
How was it ?
@@PetrolPed Could have said this better. I have sat in a JCW. I have now had a drive in a new CM, with the 1.5 engine. Pokey lump and I had forgot how planted Minis are on the road. Only compromised by the seats for us but then my daily is an XC90.
Great video as ever. I’m guessing it probably because it’s what I’m used to being there. But think it would look better with a screen in front of the steering wheel rather than all being in that screen in the middle. Although I guess you have the head up display. How does CarPlay look on that screen?
I love it and have already put in my order for one….🥳🥳🥳🥳
Still looks like a good value proposition in relation to the Porsche Macan and other similar small suvs
I think I would need to see it in the flesh before I said yes but after another excellent review by yourself it is getting a thumbs up so far. I do like the rear with the quad exhausts. I like the rear spoiler. As you know I do like my JLR cars & although I have never owned an Evoque I have driven plenty. The Countryman would be the only other car I would consider in this segment other than the E-Pace. My only negative is the dashboard in that spec with the red but I am sure there are other options. I bought my JCW hatch after seeing a Countryman JCW & liking the styling so if I was in the market I would certainly consider this car.
Definitely need to see it in person 👍
Excellent review Mr. Ped. We currently own an F56 JCW hatch, an F57 JCW cab, and an F60 JCW Countryman [306] - so there's approx 850bhp of Mini metal sat in our garage right now! I ABSOLUTELY LOVE this new model. It looks like a Mini LR Defender - which is no bad thing? Price is reasonable - if comparing to similar models from competitors (Stelvio, X3, GLC, Tiguan R, etc) - and residuals on the JCW's are historically at the higher end of the market. Can't wait to get a drive in one of these!
Drove one on Saturday morning and loved it enough to buy one. Night and day from the bloated and floaty previous version, just waiting for confirmed build slot and delivery date now
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Always love your reviews Pete and it’s another job well done 👍 Tech spec Is great on this new Countryman JCW, there’s no doubting that, looks like a fabulous car to drive but hey! What’s going on with that interior? Those red stripes on the dashboard, that over thick sterling wheel and although it looks funky am not sure how easy the round info screen would be to live with.
Hope you can get one for a week or two, that’d be an interesting vlog 😁
Thanks 👍
I definitely like the look of this car, especially in that black/red paint scheme and with 300 ponies I’m sure it’s fun. The design detail on the inside is good, something a bit different and I would definitely spec that pan roof which lightens and shows off the interior. My big bug bear (apart from the price) is that enormous key! What on Earth are you supposed to do with that?? It must ruin the line of your carefully curated PP wardrobe! 😂
300BHP, 0-60~5.4 secs, AWD, space, great looks inside & out…… it’s a Peach. Great overview.
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Did you really say great looks "inside"? You must work for MINI.
@@jpii8468ive been in it and it’s actually quite good
A part of me hates the idea of a 4,4m 1.7 tonne mini. But if you buy an suv anyway it can just have an interior as this one and drive like a super mini. I might believe you're going to buy one.
Wow Pete a Petrol version. I b et you're tempted though to add one to your collection ? I totally agree also, This car makes you see the end of complications !! 👍👍😂
Come on Pete own up, if you manage to talk Mini into on a long term test you just know you’ll be ordering one at the end. Bikes, dogs, long trips, it’s just made for the job. 😎😎
What this space 😜
Your voice and facial expressions just give you away mate. Clearly it was all over after about 100 metres of driving. 😆😆
Beautiful car. Not to everyones taste. Great review as always Pete. P.S. I hope Tracey has hidden your credit card!! 😂
I think I’ll need to hide hers once she drives one 😂
@@PetrolPed true!!
Yes Pete.... got you written all over it.
We had a few through at the dealership for new reg day (including a 47k JCW).
They are big but built on the new BMW X1 chassis (the JCW has 20" rims) so do handle & feel upmarket.
A look of Range Rover at the rear as you said, a full black one we had was compared to a mini RR Cullinan (BMW family I guess)!😂
Night time is interesting as the themes you played with include matching led pattern projection across the dashboard (giving a completely different looking dash for each one).
Big step forward all round, the only thing i'd say though is .....
Keep the petrol pooch & pup off of those lovely woven door cards & dash 🤦♂️
Oh & the interior door handles look like Nissan 350Z external ones.... not sure why.
Great car though.
What a brilliant review!
Thanks 🙏🏻
Evening all! Hope everyone is doing well and have a great weekend.
Good morning!