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MINI CELEBRATES COASTAL LOVE WITH THE NEW BOARDWALK EDITION COUNTRYMAN.
Mon Feb 15 00:29:44 CET 2021 Press Kit
Following the successful launch of the new MINI Countryman in July 2020, it is now time to explore the urban landscape or take a trip to open coastal roads in the marque’s first special edition for the new model.
MINI CELEBRATES COASTAL LOVE WITH THE NEW BOARDWALK EDITION COUNTRYMAN.
- Special edition model takes visual cues from MINI Sidewalk Edition Convertible to create bold and elegant new look
- Exclusively available in special Deep Laguna exterior colour with Piano Black contrast elements
- Feature-packed with content and equipment both outside and in for great value
- 10 Cooper Countryman variants and 20 Cooper S Countryman variants scheduled for New Zealand
- Priced from $56,990* for Cooper, $64,600* for Cooper S
Following the successful launch of the new MINI Countryman in July 2020, it is now time to explore the urban landscape or take a trip to open coastal roads in the marque’s first special edition for the new model.
The MINI Boardwalk Edition Countryman combines signature traits of the iconic British brand like precision engineering and beautiful craftsmanship in a handsome package, celebrating a universal love for the seaside.
Visual cues from the highly-successful MINI Sidewalk Edition Convertible serve as inspiration for a bright yet elegant look.
Finished exclusively in the same Deep Laguna metallic body colour with elegant Piano Black contrast elements, the Boardwalk Edition Countryman mirrors the elegance of the Sidewalk Edition Convertible, while still effectively showcasing the powerfully modelled surfaces of the compact SUV.
A suite of edition-specific content makes the Boardwalk Edition Countryman much more than just a bold paint job. 18-inch ‘Pin’ spoke alloy wheels are specially designed for the car, and at the back a fold-out Picnic Bench allows occupants to sit and take in beachside views from the promenade.
The characteristic pattern of the wooden beams laid longitudinally and diagonally on beachside promenades become a motif for the emblems of the new edition. Finished in thematic Deep Laguna metallic and black metallic, this “BOARDWALK” garnish adorns both side scuttles, and carry over to the door entry sills. In addition, the side flanks of the roof at the rear side windows and the interior bar on the passenger side each bear a similarly-patterned decal with the same name.
Inside, subtle cues come together to clearly distinguish the Boardwalk Edition Countryman from the series production model. Heated sport seats hug the front occupants, while a JCW Sport steering wheel on the Cooper S variant provides a high level of tactile steering feel.
Hear every wave crash with crisp sound quality thanks to a Harman Kardon Hi-fi Sound system equipped as standard, or open up the large Panorama Sunroof to enjoy the seaside sunshine on the Boardwalk Edition Countryman.
In New Zealand, the Boardwalk Edition Countryman is available in both Cooper and Cooper S variants, providing spirited power to accompany its good looks on any beach-bound adventure.
10 units of the Cooper and 20 units of the Cooper S Boardwalk Edition are earmarked for local arrival, and MINI fans can enquire about the new model at dealerships or online via the MINI website now.
MINI Countryman Boardwalk Edition – pricing and specifications
Variant | Engine | Output | 0-100km/h | Fuel Use | CO 2 | Price: |
Cooper | 3-cylinder petrol | 100kW/ 220Nm | 9.7s | 6.3l/100km | 143g/km | $56,990* MRLP w/GST |
Cooper S | 4-cylinder petrol | 141kW/ 280Nm | 7.5s | 6.7l/100km | 151g/km | $64,600* MRLP w/GST |
Product Highlights (Cooper):
- 1.5-litre 3-cylinder MINI TwinPower Turbo engine
- 7-speed Steptronic dual-clutch transmission
- Deep Laguna Metallic exterior paint
- Boardwalk Edition side scuttles
- Boardwalk Edition rooftop decal with Black roof rails
- Piano Black exterior (Roof, Mirror Caps, Grille surround MINI logos front and rear)
- LED headlights, fog lights and taillights
- 18-inch ‘Pin’ Spoke alloy wheels in Black
- Runflat tyres
- Picnic Bench
- MINI Yours Leatherette in Carbon Black
- 5-inch digital instrumentation display
- Boardwalk Edition dashboard fascia insert
- Piano Black interior surfaces
- Anthracite headliner
- Boardwalk Edition door sills
- 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Harman Kardon HiFi Sound System with 12 speakers (410 Watt) and 8-ch digital amplifier
- Comfort Access
- Driving Assistant
- Parking Assistant
- Rear view camera
- Apple CarPlay
- MINI Connected
Product Highlights (Cooper S – in addition to Cooper):
- 2.0-litre 4-cylinder MINI TwinPower Turbo engine
- 7-speed Steptronic Sport dual-clutch transmission
- Radiator grille with black honeycomb insert
- JCW Sport steering wheel
- Leather Cross Punch seats in Carbon Black w/ Electric seat adjustment and memory
- Adaptive Cruise Control
*Manufacturers Recommended List Pricing is shown and includes GST, but excludes on-road and delivery costs. Customers are advised to contact their nearest MINI dealer for all pricing enquiries.