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AutoExec Summary
MINI is set to release the Cooper S E Countryman All4, its first plug-in hybrid SUV, in Australia. The vehicle, which is expected to cost around $60,000, features a three-cylinder engine powering the front wheels and an electric motor connected to the rear wheels. The combination of the two delivers impressive acceleration, with a standing start acceleration to rival the existing Countryman range’s John Cooper Works model. The vehicle offers three driving modes: battery-only, hybrid, and recharge, allowing for electric-only driving at speeds of up to 125km/h. However, the vehicle’s electric motor reduces cargo space and its small battery results in limited electric-only range, making it better suited for sporty driving than environmental conservation.
Brands mentioned: BMW, Mercedes-Benz, MINI