MINI Countryman 2018 in-depth review | Mat Watson Reviews

[@carwow]

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[@dmocl3s]

carwow it's not a scrappage scheme

[@AbsoluteMiniacGena]

They should have called this a Maxi, not a Mini imo

[@SPYCRABFAN]

Matt, can we have a new video for the Mini Countryman Cooper s it’s been updated significantly and the power output is also different. Would love a refreshed video if possible please.

[@chainblast2590]

I don't care what people say! I love this car!

[@charliewiltermood2879]

ChainBlast same

[@stevebarnes2]

It's a good thing you don't care because a lot of people are going to call you a fucking blind moron.

[@avdcrx5441]

you dont care about reliability

[@gsthMD7099]

Exactly, I'm actually buying one.

[@steveo8533]

@@stevebarnes2 they probably call you that and I presume you don’t have one.

[@muazqamar]

This is by far the best car related channel on KZbin. So much so that I came to watch a review of a Mini.. I've watched all their videos

[@Vemshnub]

Can you set the mood lighting to black to match my crippling depression?

[@AristotelisMitsiou]

Vemshnub Blue will do just as well

[@kinocchio]

I like to set it on red to match my anxiety

[@foxtrotfelix9086]

Why do people who watch idubbz watch videos like these

[@HesteBremse]

Hahahahahh!

[@thokozanigab]

Literally

[@18Anthony]

Matt your reviews are so fun to watch!

[@furrymonsters4337]

Currently on the market for a family saloon/SUV after years of whizzing round in Coopers and Cooper S. This is on my shortlist but I think this car reflects my life. I used to be cool, fast, hot but now I've a kid, I'm bigger and not near as cool. Might just be the right car for me.

[@Dranreb865]

Just get a range rover

[@Deuteross]

Fake vents should be banned.

[@emjayay]

Calling Honda!

[@siamsimte168]

Deuteross exactly 😂

[@arvidlevinsno]

And Bmw i3

[@steveo8533]

I’d rather fake vents than fake exhausts

[@tombreen7927]

No doubt about it I still dig this car

[@jackofdeception3215]

awesome review as always mat watson is best reviewer of all time

[@talhaayaan344]

jack of deception no offense but have you ever heard a name Chris Harris

[@jackofdeception3215]

Talha Ayaan yeah but as i said it comes to person preference despite his murmuring i still love it

[@ahlapski]

+ Talha Ayaan I think the cars they review are aimed at audience of different end of the spectrum. Frankly, I enjoy them both.

[@alexdonciu3859]

Si mama are mini countryman

[@orgestigse5388]

Idk why i like it,is so stylish

[@charliewiltermood2879]

OrgesTi Gse I agree

[@annagallego7302]

Had mine one week, best car ever, cant fault it yet, just love it, Matt is wrong, not silly just beautiful

[@James-yy4vl]

How are you finding it?

[@TifarahL]

And how is it so far? Any problems?

[@golfmaniac007]

please reply back and give us a review....its been 2 years now. tell us about the maintenance and repair costs

I rented this mini in Great Britain for three weeks and drove ALL OVER 2700 miles in 3 weeks. it is by far the best car I have ever driven. nothing bad

[@Dranreb865]

Until you have to bring it for service

[@jaygolds8086]

it's basically a bmw x1 with cute styling

[@MM-zt4oe]

No

[@avdcrx5441]

@@MM-zt4oe yes

[@literallyjustin4829]

TAYLOR 'D *y* *e* *s*

[@ts6070]

Yes for nationalist types who don’t realise it’s a Bmw under a half pretty british dress 👗

[@emmabell8537]

lots of cars share platforms and drive nothing like each other.

[@MaZEEZaM]

It would be nice to see a side by side comparison with the original, to get a better perspective on its actual size.

[@bugattisteve]

Why do people think mini are only aloud to sell a 3 door car too small for 90% of people...sales figures show what people want whether its a 4series gt over a 3 series, a gla over a a-class its what people want thats why they sell it. Regardless of love/hate of the last countryman unlike the coupe or paceman it did well enough to sell it again

[@NewBoy0606]

People who complain about such things are car people, which values cars a little more than a fridge or a dishwasher. They are emotionally invested. And most people just care about reliability, style, comfort and fuel economy which is fine.

[@jansebb]

getting the countryman tomorrow.... :)

[@bkdgaming2209]

How is your countryman, you've had it for 7 months now. Looking to get one also

[@0gbeni]

How is it one year in? Do you do much motorway driving? What's the fuel economy like?

[@lukajovanovic4073]

How is it??

[@faisalmuhammad6681]

Making jokes and playing with ball while reviewing the car is really fun to watch. Always keep smiling and make people smile 🙌

[@yani8046]

I totally love this car and will definitely buy it when i got the money for it 🖤

[@puregeniusful]

did you get one ?

[@borjastick]

Just a hire of a Mini Cooper D and was amazed how good and how much fun it is. Really very good and would consider this Countryman as a replacement for my current car when ready.

[@PTZOUTZ]

borjastick have you driven it at high speeds on the motorway? The rod noise is not that fun

[@tex6929]

6 years later and still a trendy nice looking car

[@sveletemelody]

Thanks for recommending the 1.5 liter. I've been driving it for 9 months and it's a real joy to drive.

[@stevenconnal6875]

thank you for sharing that I am considering one with this engine how is it on fuel? is it thirsty?

[@penhan11]

Adore mine - it’s so much fun to drive and very comfortable.

[@Happy-my8mb]

Make sure you get with Carplay. If you dont the Dealership can't install without replacing entire radio. Very Costly.

[@Sarumanthewhite888]

Thank you very much for your Mini Countryman video, I just got a Mini Countryman, and your video just helped to get it all started!

[@adammoody6266]

My Cooper S countryman comfortably gets 42mpg combined, love it, great car and although pricey you get what you pay for 🚙🚙🚙

[@bumderbum9346]

We have a 20 reg model with the cooper s sport pack on it. We love it, it is ridiculously loud as welll. Got Harmon lardons sound as well. Plus the jcw sport seats which this doesn’t have

[@tmac7901]

Bought mine today, the fourth mini I've owned. So much fun to drive.

[@ps4logic87]

congrats, how has it been

[@katydid5354]

I just ordered one - went in for the 5 door hatch, but reality dawned as it way too small. I've now got to wait 7 months!!!

[@TKudsi]

Matt, could you please do a review that includes recommendations for which options to get / spec? I havent found any reviews that give recommendations for this yet

[@chap1068]

Mat is the best car reviewer. Join top gear.

[@nicnackspops3637]

I have it and love this car. It is a very chunky fast car.

[@diabeticguy]

Thank you so much for your reviews. There are so many cars that I have crossed off my list based on what I see on the videos. I find the 5 likes/dislikes a very useful feature.

[@alphaarmor3940]

mat is the best car reviewer i know .... its fun 2 watch .... love from pakistan

[@eddieandgeorge]

Mat I LOVE your reviews!!!! I want you to come car shopping with me!

[@saimaahmed8846]

Come on Carwow, I am debating ordering up the new Countryman and need to see your review of it ASAP. Matt, if you are listening, I need you, buddy!

[@Neptune8]

Idk why but I love this. When I'm done with my fiesta st I'll be looking at mini again

[@GeorgeW666]

7:03 Mat, your head takes more pounding than Jenna Jameson!

[@eliaskolovatsios2272]

best car reviews!! well done Matt!!

[@mentospy8362]

I just love your honest and fun reviews!

[@MsMJpayne]

I had a Mini Cooper 2011 it was a good car with no problems. After a while i had to put a pillow behind my back for comfort. I’m looking at Fiats now or VW’s?

[@toptobottom247]

I'm in LOVE with that interior. Those white seats with the grey trim is so classy. I love this car. The original mini 2 door is too childish.

[@davidsingleton9864]

Míní Countryman S best buy.

[@LXS1303]

I already purchased a new car but still watch these because I have a crush on the presenter! So cute! hahaha!

[@tinahsieh569]

Your reviews are the best! Will you consider doing the 2021 mini cooper S countryman , pleeease? 🥺

[@the_katman2181]

Can someone explain to me: a.) Why this is an ugly car - apart from just saying so, no one can say why. I think they've done a great job of scaling up the signature Mini features to a small crossover-sized car. If the quirks and bubbles and retro styling of the Mini brand is not your thing, then there are many other traditional-looking cars in this segment. b.) Why it is such an issue that it's not small. You can still get a Mini hatchback in 3 door or 5 door, so the small (ish) option is there. But the market clearly wants this size car, hence the great sales numbers of the Countryman. Why do purists insist that it must be tiny? That's like saying all Volvos should be boxy station wagons.

[@charliewiltermood2879]

the_katman well said! Thank you

[@djenson]

Well done!!

[@Juliealdean]

I love it.

[@muhammedsuleman395]

If the furthest you can angle the seat backwards is just the normal seating position, its an option to incline the seat, not recline it... in keeping with the theme of pointlessness throughout the 'Mini'.

[@67tomcat]

Maxi; not a Mini any longer. Sure it will become their bestseller here in the U.S. Great review as always.

[@EvolutionMachinetoMan]

Mat You are awesome.

[@rob_lightbody]

Totally agree with Mat's comments about the stupid pointless stick on grills. Whats the point?

[@JULIAN71102]

Review the Volvo S60 R design pleasee

[@lorrainemcdowell3633]

My dream car 🙏💜

[@ashleic.4434]

Samee

[@marvinespius5101]

I love this car for sure

[@casselljohnson1573]

Great looking car especially in blue with black wheels and roof

[@Birdie_]

I will never get over its looks.

[@shaniranikauboj]

Can you use Metric system alongside Imperial? Not all who watch this are from Uk.

[@Horizon301.]

Shanirani Kauboj this is for UK buyers not anyone else? Such a stupid suggestion, did you really think Carwow is a KZbin channel for entertainment? It's to sell cars in a more efficient way in which customers can save money

[@nosecomosellama]

Shanirani Kauboj you are asking too much to the muffin faces brits.

[@nosecomosellama]

Chatta290 only for UK buyers? Yeah right because the cars tested are only sold there. And who said it's an entertainment channel? He just asked for using metric system. Is still about entertaining though... Or that's what Matt always try to do with his dumb "jokes" and comparisons

[@shaniranikauboj]

Do you know what measuring system is, and how its not related to anything that you said?

[@Horizon301.]

nosecomosellama well the idea is for British buyers, British plates and British spec cars. Maybe actually find out what carwow do next time before thinking it's just for entertainment.

[@matthew4f]

I love the style of the exterior but I don't like certain things inside of the car like the screen is a rectangle in a circle and the gauge cluster looks a little outdated. The other thing I don't like is the price. The price is really expensive for what you're getting, at least here in the US.

[@djenson]

About the fuel gauge - 50 pound extra gives you 20 liters more of a tank and a upgraded gauge that looks much better

[@fastlane2914]

Like your videos carwow but can you just take this one advise from me , just 1 .. when you show cars on the iPad it's never ever clear , either scrap that or use something clearer 👍

[@nsulejma]

Would you rather buy BMW X1 or Mini Countryman? I like the fact that mini has better handling then X1 and it's still big enough to be used as family car. Whats your opinion?

[@JaimeChen0307]

Dr. Nedim I'm keen to find out too

[@joshstreet3919]

Dr. Nedim I'd have the MINI. it's just more fun. However, even though it will be the ok at holding its value, it still won't be as good as the X1.

[@fairyeater]

the bmw x1 should not be classified as a bmw. everything about it is cheap, fake, and disappointing. mini all the way.

[@Gigi086]

I tested both. Find the X1 interior looks empty and plasticky, but Mini also came at a higher price. Chose the later as it was quite uncomfortable to sit at the back of X1.

[@saadm5732]

when you comparing the new 5 series and new e class

[@pspcow]

I don't like a lot of the cars he reviews, but they're so fun I have to watch them

[@user-hy4xz1qt9h]

I know I can't be the only person hoping they skim the top off and make a beautiful Bentley saloon look a like with a Beamer engine. Just fucking do it mini. Who cares anymore just do it!

[@LookingGlass24]

Mat, which do you prefer driving, the 2018 VW Beetle of this one? I need expert opinions like yours. Thank you!

[@izmactavish]

The best car channel

[@davethomson3834]

Mat, instead of reviewing upgraded models, why not review basic ones and give an opinion. You can then advise as to whether or not someone wants to have this or that as extras.

[@Vermilion2049]

I have a countryman and I hate the looks of it. Only got it because the wife likes. Quite practical car though, surprisingly good backseat room

[@whyyoukeepdoingthat.7147]

Thats my absolute favourite car😍❤

[@milkshakeflake]

Jakob Röhrig same

[@sveletemelody]

This is the 2017 countryman not the 2018 version. The driving modes are now on the toggle switch, for example of one change.

[@milkshakeflake]

sveletemelody what are the other changes? Sun roof?

[@marcoaguiar3226]

Hi Mat! Hi everyone I have a difficult one for you. What is at the moment the most affordable 4x4/Awd capable offroader (with low gear ratios preferably) as in a compact or sub compact in a budget suv with the most luxurious interior and technology? Is it this? The new 2018 Jeep compass/renegade trailhawk, vw troc, volvo c40 or even the new c4 aircross which do you think?

[@ChelseaFCMario]

I got a 2012 Countryman but i'm changing it for the Merces GLA 2.2d.....

[@tmfrs2]

Clearly bad at football... you bounced it like a basketball

[@arxan4467]

omfg, mini is just a name, all minis dont need to be mini its just a name brand. What about a jaguar car, its not a jaguar animal its just a name for a car

[@2002janek]

Troll comment of the year - congratulations mate 🏆

[@kimjong-un6841]

That's not opening mouth tho

[@funnycraft815]

I have this Mini Cooper at home

[@pippiperade4030]

Drop the "Janet and John-style" reviews please.

[@haroldhdknoxstreet-glide5331]

Please review the 306bhp 2020 countryman JCW it’s my future choice 😎 nice review

[@Reallyraywhat]

I think it’s a pretty good looking Mini to me

[@aliahmed7734]

If i have enough money I'll buy it absolutely ❤❤❤

[@pasteywhiteboy8137]

7:18 Yeah but for £180 I could buy chairs, table & still have enough for a night out with the boys

[@ollnybb]

Plan till review the hybrid version any time soon? Love ur videos!

[@gsthMD7099]

I can't wait to get one.

[@Harmitch69]

Put up your brightness 0:06

[@oxcart4172]

what happened to the insignia u were going to drive?

[@andrejkostovski5172]

David Baker yeah we would really like to see a review of the new insignia

[@geofo60]

David Baker If it's anything like mine hopefully it's been broken up for scrap !!

[@NetvoTV]

Like your reviews since I watch your BMW i3 review! Still saving for my first car! Good luck!

[@MrBrown78]

Review the alpha Romeo stelvio if you can or more importantly Porsche macan!

[@nitinkayyath6117]

Hi, can someone help me with this? I just saw a car from a dealer, and the steering wheel feels stiff. The dealer mentioned that this model comes with a stiff steering wheel, but I'm not sure if that's accurate.

[@user-ym2pn4ec8w]

2018 Mini Copper Countryman All 4 S Problems prior to 60,000 miles: Door Latches: All four door latches failed (at various intervals) requiring the doors to be tied down to the headrest until repaired. The passenger door latched failed twice. Service manager was unable to offer an explanation as to the cause. Battery Replacement: No indication/warning light given that the battery was getting low… It just stopped functioning. Replacing the battery requires removing support bars and engine compartment panels. Somewhat time consuming compared to most cars. Engine Coolant: almost all of the engine coolant evaporated causing the car to overheat. No warning light that coolant was low. Car had been serviced by Mini of Bedford two weeks prior and had been consistently serviced by the dealership. Decals: Decals around the headlights bubbled and needed to be replaced. Tires: Run flat fair weather tires needed to be replaced to allow for inclement/snow conditions. Service/Technicians: There are very few shops that work on Mini Coopers and most are as expensive as the dealer. Overall: The Mini Copper is not a reliable vehicle and owning one in North America is costly unless you have the time to perform the repairs yourself.

[@gammawaving]

1:42 'around' 5 foot, 11.

[@corporateslave7292]

Is Carwow and Carbuyer the same?

[@fesy734]

Great review as always Matt, but £22k for a mini!?!?!

[@appleaday3868]

Doesn't roll much? 4:23 What rolls more than that these days? I found the Suspension on the 2015 Countryman really bad, neither comfortable or sporty.

[@TheAnish01]

Aah the mini's, I have only one question, does it come with a silent engine? Perhaps I just heard its noisy... will they ever make a silent engine?

[@PTZOUTZ]

Anish Tom wait till you hear that road noise you gonna forget the engine noise 😂😂😂

[@717jonpaul]

Got me a 2018 C.man...is this a 2017 model. Great car!

[@javierjoaquinbordastrigo8710]

Hey, I really like your reviews. I would love if you could review the Jeep Renegade. Greetings from Argentina

[@andrewcheesman8361]

Javier joaquin BordasTrigo I

[@wesleyjanse6600]

the sport versions exhaust sound is pretty nice.(it evens pops :O )

[@moizahmed5856]

range rover vogue and mercedes g class review plz

[@ZappBranning]

Great car MINI has done it again.

[@gsthMD7099]

For me $22,500 isn't bad actually. Here in Trinidad and Tobago this car costs $305,000 all the way up to $500,000.

[@erichahn8970]

Thanks for review... looks like build quality is not that good. Holding strap in the boot came lose during the review... hmm not sure it was meant to do this or is Mat getting too strong? LOL

[@Kaisuke971]

It was designed that way, so instead of ripping the whole boot off if you for some reason decide to pull it hard, it just comes off. You can put it back, it's no big deal.

[@jenbickies7876]

A mini isnt a mini without terrible suspension. In my cooper hatch when I go over a speed bump and at a relatively slowly speed, I feel like im breaking my bottom lol. Also why Mini only allow you to put the back seats down from only the back seats only and not from the boot also. In my hatch mini it does the opposite. You can only put the back seats down from the boot and not from the back seats. Why oh why mini cant you design for both?

[@bigbillysbeard]

No one clicks out of a mat Watson vid .... No one , it's just not cricket ol chap!