Yes, of course they used the platform of the Mini. The wheelbase and the length up to 2 cm are convincingly the same with the Countryman, also the engines. One could look there, which engines will still come, However, the M135i is there not. But it's only worth it if you want more luggage space, because the Countryman is more expensive.

Diesel and gasoline engines differ only in the number of cylinders, but the bore and stroke are cross-group not the same. This is astonishing in that the petrol engine is also a very long-stroke one. Overall, the long stroke is favourable for the development of higher torques.

What is the first front-wheel drive BMW in the Golf class like? It has not been designed for particularly large luggage spaces, but rather for a little more space on the rear bench. Although the dashboard is similar to the 3-series, more freedom of movement is possible at the bottom. The step to front-wheel drive was long overdue, the design is convincing, the trick with the very artificially forward extended C-pillar is interesting..

The weight gains in extras such as dual-clutch transmissions and all-wheel drive are unpleasantly noticeable, especially in the M 135i. It sets once again clear accents in styling, but also increases the c_W value by an incredible 8 tenths of a point. Does this compact with 155-162 g/km actually still fit into time? 06/19