The MINI Cooper S Countryman Essential Trim is a front wheel drive vehicle, with the powerplant positioned in the front, and a 5 door suv/sports utility vehicle bodyshell.
Its 2 litre engine is a turbocharged, double overhead camshaft, 4 cylinder that produces 176 bhp (178 PS/131 kW) of power at 5000-5500 rpm, and maximum torque of 280 N·m (207 lb·ft/28.6 kgm) at 1350-4200 rpm.
The engine transfers its power through to the wheels via a 6 speed manual transmission.
Its claimed kerb weight is 1540 kg.
Its maximum speed stated is 225 km/h (140 mph), official fuel consumption is 8.2/5.2/6.3 l/100km urban/extra-urban/combined NEDC, and carbon dioxide emissions are 144.0 g/km.
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