A little home on top of a Mini Cooper

By, 2017-05-08

Mini AirTop

At 20 cm made the latest Countryman the longest model in Mini's 57-year history, and with the 4X4 wheel drive system and even an integrated Picnic Bench available as options, Mini is helping the vehicle live up to its name.

An Italian manufacturer called Autohome has now made it easier for Countryman owners to extend their outdoor stay with a roof tent that fits 2 adults, and specifically designed for the car.

The little home is designed by Autohome in collaboration with the Mini Design Team, the special edition AirTop roof tent can be mounted on a Countryman's roof without requiring any tools.

Although no requirements for any tool, you still need to buy a roof rail carrier accessory which is available from Mini. Once you fit the rail, you can fit your little home in no time.

The AirTop is designed from fiber-glass and aerodynamically shaped to reduce air resistance and wind noise.

Deploying the tent just involves releasing two safety clasps at the front and two at the rear, which will trigger four gas pressure springs to automatically raise the tent superstructure. This provides an interior height of 94 cm (37 in) above a cozy sleeping area for two measuring 2.1 x 1.3 m that houses a high-density mattress complete with cotton cover.

If you fancy a clean and a compact camping, the Countryman from Mini with the AirTop is your perfect option. The special edition AirTop roof tent is available from Autohome in white or black to match the contrasting roof/side mirror caps of the Countryman. It's priced at QR 10,700.

The video below shows the tent being raised and lowered.