The New MINI Countryman Plug-In Hybrid has been launched for the Malaysian market. The premium Sports Activity Vehicle is the first Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle from MINI and takes advantage of the locally assembled Energy Efficient Vehicle tax and excise duty options which has allowed MINI Malaysia to bring in a super efficient, highly specified car to be sold here at a price of RM255,888 onwards.
This second generation of the MINI Countryman was first introduced in April 2017. It is now locally assembled in this variant as well as the Cooper S Countryman Sport. But the Plug-In Hybrid of this variant makes it special in some ways due to its powertrain. This car is part of what BMW Group calls its Mobility of the Future where efficient technology is incorporated for an efficient and sustainable mode of transport.
The MINI Country Plug-In Hybrid is powered by a 1.5liter 3 cylinder petrol engine with an electric motor. The petrol engine powers the front wheels and the rear electric motor powers the rear wheels. It makes 134 hp from the 3-cylinder engine and a 88.4hp synchronous electric motor and puts it down via what MINI calls the eAll4 system through a 6 speed automatic transmission. Both combine to produce a system output of 221 hp with system torque of 385 N·m. Average fuel consumption on the American NEDC test cycle is 2.1 L/100 km, with CO2 emissions of 49gm/km.
It has a 6.1 kWh lithium-ion battery which is positioned directly in front of the electric motor and located under the rear seats. It delivers an electric only range of up to 42 km and an electric only top speed of 126 km/h. According to specification, to fully charge the battery from a 240-volt socket takes around 3 hours and 15 minutes. The New MINI Countryman is also a 5-star Euro NCAP rated vehicle which makes it pretty safe too.
The BMW Group and its marque MINI has been a pioneer of eletrification of vehicles. The original MINI E which was utilised as test beds for user and mobility behaviour was first testing out electric mobility technology over a decade ago. Now, the New MINI Countryman Plug-In Hybrid shares the newest developments findings in electro mobility and we here in Malaysia are able to actually try out this technology courtesy of the Mini Countryman Plug-In-Hybrid.
Mr. Kidd Yam, Head of MINI Malaysia said, “The second generation of the MINI Countryman (has been) a tremendous success here when we introduced the vehicle in April last year. The (Countryman) was also very crucial in adding to the story of our record breaking performance of 1,011 vehicles delivered last year which was a positive 12% growth over 2016 where we delivered 902 vehicles. This achievement made us the second highest growing brand in the Malaysian premium segment and we are currently tracking very well as the third largest brand in the segment.”
Meanwhile, Sashi Ambi, Head of Corporate Communications, BMW Group Malaysia said, “We are pleased to be able to introduce another premium vehicle to our Mobility of the Future portfolio here in the country. It is additionally special as it is the first for the MINI brand and will further demonstrate our expertise in working with the newest technologies for the premium automotive industry.”
MINI Malaysia is offering the MINI Countryman Plug-In Hybrid from RM255,888 onwards. The price is on the road for personal registration without insurance. It has the MINI 4 years unlimited mileage warranty with free scheduled service. Body and roof colour combinations offered for the New MINI Countryman are Chili Red, British Racing Green, Thunder Grey, Light White, and Melting Silver with Black Roof; and lastly, in Island Blue with White Roof.
In conjunction with the launch of this Plug-In Hybrid variant, MINI Malaysia will also introduce the ChargeNow offering bundled with the MINI Public Charging Cables as well as a 1-Year free subscription of unlimited charging at all 270 ChargeEV stations for owners of the New MINI Countryman Plug-In Hybrid, .
The SAV will be available at all authorised MINI dealerships nationwide from Friday, 6th April 2018 if you are interested in viewing it.
The New MINI Countryman Plug-In Hybrid Product Brief:
The Mini Countryman Plug-in hybrid has a distinct model-specific “e” badge on the side scuttles and yellow “S” in the model inscription on the rear as well as on the radiator grille and door sill finishers. In addition to this, the New MINI Countryman Plug-In Hybrid is equipped with ALL4 exterior body kit, 19” MINI Yours Masterpiece, as well as a charging port under a flap in the area of the left-hand side scuttle.
The New MINI Countryman features MINI Yours Walknappa Leather Steering Wheel with hand-finished aluminium-coloured contrast stitching. A high resolution 6.5” Touch Screen Display in the MINI Centre Instrument houses state-of- the-art technology and puts a wealth of navigation information at the driver’s fingertips. The touch screen technology supports multi-touch with pinch to zoom-in functionality for maps and typing.
The New MINI Countryman Plug-In Hybrid also features an eDrive button which allows the driver to choose between different electric drive modes: the standard AUTO eDrive mode, the purely electric MAX eDrive mode, and the SAVE BATTERY mode, in which charging status of the high-voltage battery is maintained at a constant level.
In the AUTO eDrive mode, the intelligent energy management system coordinates the interaction of all drive components with the electric motor to combine the best possible efficiency with great driving excitement, while increasing the electric range. For example, if the battery charging status is between 100% and 7%, drivers can drive up to 80km/h – free of local emissions without using any fuel. At higher speeds, the petrol engine comes on automatically.
For maximum drive output, the electric motor supports the petrol engine as eBoost. In the MAX eDRIVE mode, drivers can enjoy purely electric driving up to speeds of 120km/h. Short distances can be covered on purely electric power with a range of 40km. The SAVE BATTERY mode meanwhile comes into play when the battery charging status is low. This mode enables the battery to be charged by the petrol engine or allows the charging status to be maintained at 90%. In this mode, mainly the petrol engine is employed.
The MINI eALL4 System plays a role to emulate the hallmark MINI Go-Kart driving experience. The ALL4 all-wheel drive comes with Dynamic Stability Control which distributes the propulsive force of the engines to both axles. The petrol engine propels the front axle wheels while the electric motor propels the rear axle wheels. The ALL4 system helps to counteract oversteer as well as understeer and ensures an optimum propulsion. This means supreme traction on every road surface, maximum stability, and even more fun cornering. With the MINI eALL4 system, firm grip is guaranteed wherein the MAX eDrive mode activates rear wheel drive, the SAVE BATTERY mode activates front wheel drive, and the AUTO eDRIVE mode with eBoost will activate four wheel drive.
the new MINI Countryman Plug-In Hybrid effectively offers a petrol engine driving the front wheels and an electric motor powering on the rear wheels - the first of its kind of MINI here in Malaysia. With 6-speed automatic transmission, the new MINI is capable of producing 224hp and 385Nm of torque (the most for any production MINI to date).
The New MINI Countryman Plug-In Hybrid accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 6.8 seconds, reaching a maximum speed of up to 198km/h while consuming only an average of 2.1 litres per 100km of fuel. It also offers an all-electric driving range of up to 42km with a maximum speed of up to 120km/h.
The New MINI Countryman Plug-In Hybrid can be charged at home by connecting it to a power socket via the Home Charging Cable for approximately 5 hours (230V), depending on the voltage of the household power grid, or at one of 270 public charging facilities across Malaysia for approximately 3:15 hours (230V), depending on the voltage of the power grid of the public charging station.
MINI Roadside Assistance.
The New MINI Countryman Plug-In Hybrid is covered by MINI Malaysia’s 5 Years Roadside Assistance programme, available for all new MINI vehicles with a comprehensive list of services that include a 24-Hour, 365-days- a-year Accident and Help on the Phone and On the Spot Hotline, Free Towing Services and when needed (over 200KM from residential home), Replacement Vehicle, Seamless Mobility, Accommodation, Mobility Services Solutions as well as Repatriation services.
Additionally, the new plug-in hybrid variant of the MINI Countryman is offered with a battery warranty that is valid for six years or up to 100,000km.
The MINI Roadside Assistance program can be accessed by contacting 1800-88- 8808.
MINI Service Online.
Making a service appointment has never been easier. The new online service programme will now allow customers to schedule their service needs directly at their preferred MINI Authorised Dealerships via www.service.mini.my.
MINI Financing.
The new locally assembled MINI Countryman Plug-In Hybrid will be available with a range of
financing options including:
MINI Balloon Financing
MINI Straight-Line Financing
MINI Full Circle Programme
MINI Step-Down Financing
More information on the MINI Countryman Plug-In Hybrid can be found at https://www.mini.my/.
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