A Special Mini, Limited to 11 Units Worldwide | Mini
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December 5, 2014

A Special Mini, Limited to 11 Units Worldwide | Mini


MINI John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4 Dakar Winner 2013 |
Mini John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4 Dakar Winner 2013

Dakar Rally Victory Commemoration


A Special Countryman, Limited to 11 Units Worldwide



Mini is releasing a special Countryman to commemorate their victory in the Dakar Rally. This is a rare model, with only 11 units being produced.



Text by HORIGUCHI Yoshihiro (OPENERS)



Based on the Countryman, with Racing Car Styling



This year, the "MINI ALL4 Racing," driven by Stéphane Peterhansel, triumphed over numerous formidable competitors in the "Dakar Rally," arguably the world's most grueling race. To commemorate this victory, a special edition vehicle named the "Mini John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4 Dakar Winner 2013" has been created.

The base vehicle is the "Mini JCW Countryman (Crossover)." Its matte black body is accented with bright green lines, echoing the livery of the winning car. The hood features a Dakar Rally victory logo and Stéphane Peterhansel's signature.

The green stripe on the body side bears the inscription "MINI ALL4 Racing." The front doors are painted with the winning car's number "302" and the names of driver Stéphane Peterhansel and co-driver Jean-Paul Cottret. Furthermore, a badge adorned with the victory commemoration logo is displayed on the rear hatch.

Additionally, the vehicle is distinguished by special green-striped side turn signals and 19-inch "Cross-Spoke Crusher" lightweight alloy wheels, making its special status immediately apparent.


MINI John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4 Dakar Winner 2013 | Mini John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4 Dakar Winner 2013


MINI John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4 Dakar Winner 2013 | Mini John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4 Dakar Winner 2013




The seats, featuring the victory logo embroidered in green thread on the headrests, are upholstered in Gravity Black leather sports seats. The shift lever gaiter and floor mats are accented with bright green stitching, matching the bodywork. A special edition logo, complete with a serial number, is displayed in the glove compartment area, further emphasizing the vehicle's exclusivity.

The powertrain and chassis remain unchanged from the base model, featuring a 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder turbocharged engine producing a maximum output of 160 kW (218 ps) and employing the ALL4 all-wheel-drive system.

This special "Mini John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4 Dakar Winner 2013" is limited to just 11 units, commemorating driver Peterhansel's 11th Dakar Rally victory. They will be sold exclusively in his native France.