Garage Reviews The 2011 MINI Countryman

The Garage Blog's Tom Williams likes it. He concludes:

Yes, the Countryman is not without compromise. Dodgy ergonomics, less cargo room, firm ride and premium price tag won’t give the competition any sleepless nights. But for the small family whose always craved a MINI, or simply a small crossover that offers pure driving entertainment few rivals can deliver, the Countryman is highly recommended. So much so, in fact, the Countryman is on this family”s shopping list for when our current VW’s lease is up, and that is about the highest praise I can give any car.