cars.com's KickingTires blog lists the 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman S All4 as one of its best tailgating vehicles of the season. It advises,
If you want more breathing room in the cramped confines of a stadium parking lot, why not bring a car that’s nearly 6 feet shorter than a Ford F-150? The Mini Countryman is the first Mini with optional all-wheel drive, four traditional doors and a roomy backseat to boot. The Countryman’s 16.5 cubic feet of cargo space isn’t much next to a minivan, but it’s more than what most midsize sedans pack in a trunk. There’s also a 12-volt outlet in back for your electronic gear. If you can match one of the Mini’s funky color schemes to your home team’s color, there will likely be fewer glares from your neighbors, too.