This is a very fun car to drive. Handles very well with ample power to get up and go. After all it is Practically a BMW. Many new parts as I keep the cars serviced and maintained. 4 new shocks. New tires. Sway bar links and much more. As well as all wheel drive. With an elevated seating position and ample cargo space, the Countryman’s dimensions strike the balance between the Mini Clubman and conventional small SUVs. Competing against segment powerhouses like the Honda CR-V and Ford Escape, it may appear as if Mini brought a knife to a gunfight. However, the Countryman is prepared to confront its seasoned challengers with enticing features such as all-wheel drive (AWD), a snappy turbocharged engine and dynamic handling unmatched by traditional compact SUVs.