Overview
Competing in the subcompact wagon class, the 2016 MINI Countryman Wagon goes up against other notable names in the class, like the Fiat 500L and the Kia Soul. Spread across 2 trims, the Countryman Wagon starts off at a base price of MSRP $26,100 and carries on to $28,100. Not all trims are built equal, however, as there are 2 powertrains on offer. Starting off is the 1.6L Inline-4 engine. Making 121 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque, this engine makes the Countryman Wagon capable of accelerating from a standstill to 60 mph in just 9.8 seconds and carries the capability to tow 1,560 pounds. One can also opt for a 1.6L turbocharged inline-4 engine. Both engines are paired with either a 6-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic transmission. With 181 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque, this engine gets you a payload capacity of 860 pounds.
