(June 3, 2013) MUNICH — The spontaneous power delivery and precise handling of the Mini  all-wheel drive system ALL4 is now available in two more models: the Mini Cooper Countryman and the Mini Cooper Paceman starting in July.

This increases the number of all-wheel versions within the Mini model range to 10 models. The new models are also fitted with 6-speed manual transmission as standard, with 6-speed automatic transmission available as an option.



With the enhanced traction, driving stability and ability the permanent all-wheel drive system helps the driver stay in control while driving on snow, sand or slippery surfaces, as well offering extra grip on twisty roads.  ALL4 is based on an electromagnetic center differential and distributes drive force at continuously variable levels between the front and rear axle.

Its electronic control system is integrated directly in the DSC control unit (Dynamic Stability Control), enabling it to direct drive torque quickly and precisely to where it can be most effectively transformed into propulsion.

In the new models Mini Cooper Countryman ALL4 and Mini Cooper Paceman ALL4, the all-wheel drive system distributes the power of a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine with an output of 122 horsepower between the front and rear wheels. Spontaneous forward thrust is guaranteed by the engine's maximum torque of 118 pound-feet of torque (140 pound-feet  with automatic transmission), at an engine speed of 4,250 rpm.

As a result, the Mini Cooper Countryman ALL4 sprints from 0 to 62 mph in 11.9 seconds (automatic: 11.7 seconds).

With this extension of the model range there will be four versions of each of the Mini Countryman and Mini Paceman with optional ALL4 in future. The previously available portfolio comprises the models Mini Cooper S Countryman ALL4 and Mini Cooper S Paceman ALL4 (184 horsepower), the Mini Cooper SD Countryman ALL4 and the Mini Cooper SD Paceman ALL4 (143 hp), along with the Mini Cooper D Countryman ALL4 and the Mini Cooper D Paceman ALL4 (112 hp).

The top sports models Mini John Cooper Works Countryman and Mini John Cooper Works Paceman transmit their outstanding engine output of 218 hp to all wheels as standard.