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MINI Countryman Sport Diesel To Go On Sale In Australia

Since its launch in Australia in March the MINI Countryman has been a hit with orders outstripping supply. Now, interest in the vehicle is expected to soar since next month MINI Australia will offer the diesel versions of these vehicles, the Cooper D and Cooper SD ALL4 Countryman.

The SD ALL4 Countryman is powered by a 2.0 litre BMW turbo-diesel engine, generating 105kW of power with peak torque at 305 Newton-metres. As a result, the Cooper SD accelerates from standstill to 100km/h in just 9.4 seconds. The vehicle is equipped with Auto Start/Stop, Brake Energy Regeneration and a Shift Point Display. Standard spec includes 17“ alloy wheels, Park Distance Control (rear), Bluetooth, audio USB interface, Mini Radio Boost CD, rain sensor and automatic headlight control, sports leather steering wheel and sports seats for the driver and front passenger.

The top of the line ALL4 SD is base-priced at $52,100 AUS ($56,000 US.) OUCH! For that price you might be able to snag a MINI "Inspired by Goodwood."

[Source: The Auto Channel]