Cars.com Family Reviews the 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman

By Jennifer Newman

March 5, 2015

The Mini Cooper S Countryman adds plenty of fun to the family crossover, though it only suits smaller families, says Cars.com Family reviewer Carrie Kim. The Countryman’s turbocharged four-cylinder engine and nimble handling make it a thrill to drive, and its smaller size means parallel parking is a breeze. Forward-facing child-safety seats fit easily, but rear-facing safety seats require front-row passengers to share the legroom.

2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman Review

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Jennifer Newman

Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Newman is a journalist with more than 25 years of experience, including 15 years as an automotive journalist at Cars.com. Jennifer leads the Editorial team in its mission of helping car shoppers find the vehicle that best fits their life. A mom of two, she’s graduated from kids in car seats to teens behind the steering wheel. She’s also a certified car-seat technician with more than 12 years of experience, as well as member of the World Car Jury, Automotive Press Association and Midwest Automotive Media Association. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennilnewman/ Instagram: @jennilnewman

Cars.com Family Reviews the 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman

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