2021 MINI Countryman Shows Familiar Looking Skin And New Digital Instrument Cluster

Our spies have caught up again with the facelifted MINI Countryman during testing in Germany on and off the racing track. You can check out the new photos below, while we’ve also included scoops of the interior. [Updated 5/19/2021]

Spring has finally sprung and MINI is celebrating by removing some camouflage from the 2021 Countryman.

Recently photographed undergoing testing on the Nürburgring, the facelifted model is instantly recognizable and is seen here in John Cooper Works guise.

Despite the familiar appearance, there are a handful of relatively minor changes. The most noticeable are updated headlights which now feature square accents hiding behind the lenses. There doesn’t appear to be any other major changes up front, but it’s possible the model could be equipped with a modestly revised grille.

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The minor revisions continue out back as the 2021 Countryman features new Union Jack-inspired taillights. They echo the ones found the facelifted Hatch.

While the exterior changes are barely noticeable, bigger updates will occur in the cabin. Previous spy photos have shown the crossover will have a new digital instrument cluster, an updated infotainment system and a compact shifter.

Under the hood, we can expect a host of familiar engines. Choices will likely include a turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder producing 134 hp (100 kW / 136 PS) and 162 lb-ft (219 Nm) of torque. We can also expect a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 189 hp (141 kW / 192 PS) and 207 lb-ft (280 Nm) of torque.

Buyers looking for something more powerful can opt for the JCW which should have a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that produces 301 hp (225 kW / 306 PS) and 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) of torque. It enables the current model to accelerate from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in 5.1 seconds, before hitting a limited top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).

Customers looking for something more eco-friendly can opt for the Cooper S E Countryman ALL4 which was recently updated with a larger 9.6 kWh battery pack. That increased the model’s electric-only range from 12 miles (19.3 km) to 18 miles (29 km)