Thanks to the well-connected folks over at MotoringFile.com for access to this first-of-it’s-kind promotional video of the MINI Cooper Countryman crossover vehicle. The Countryman is expected to debut in the U.S. early next year and will include a version with intelligent all-wheel drive based on BMW’s xDrive technology. The Countryman is only 5″ longer than the Clubman and expected to be near 3000 lbs weight making it a true “mini” among comparable crossovers.

MINI Cooper Countryman Promotional Video

This video is really nice played in 720 HD if your bandwidth can support it.

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