MINI Countryman WRC completes its shakedown phase at Prodrive’s private test facility

MINI has finished testing its Countryman WRC prototype at Prodrive’s private proving ground in Warwickshire, UK.

This initial part of the car’s test and development programme took place with the engineering team driving the car over four days, primarily on tarmac, but also including several kilometres on loose surfaces and Prodrive’s low grip facility.

“As with any totally new car, it is vital to take time to ensure all the systems are working as intended before embarking on a week long gravel test,” said David Lapworth, Prodrive technical director.

The testing will continue in Portugal, where the car will be tested on gravel for a week. The test car is wearing interim body and aero package. final design of the WRC bodywork is underway.

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