What is the best MINI SUV for snow?

I like MINIs a lot, but most of the ones I’ve seen are too small for my family. Plus, we get a fair amount of snow in the winter. What’s the best SUV MINI offers for winter driving?

Brittni Brinn · Answered on Jan 23, 2023

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

You’ll only have one choice if you want a MINI SUV: the MINI Cooper Countryman! The small crossover can handle moderate to heavy snow thanks to its high ground clearance and MINI’s exceptional traction.

Here are the details about the 2023 MINI Countryman:

Starting MSRP of $30,450
A 5.5/10 rating from Car and Driver
Choice of a 134-hp turbocharged three-cylinder engine or 189-hp turbocharged four-cylinder
Front- or all-wheel drive
Available plug-in hybrid (73 MPGe)
Standard 6.5-inch infotainment screen and an 8.8-inch display with navigation
Available Apple CarPlay capability
Standard forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking
Available adaptive cruise control and self-parking assist
Limited and powertrain warranty each cover four years or 50,000 miles
Complimentary maintenance for three years/36,000 miles
17 cubic feet in the cargo area

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