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Potential X6 owners in certain markets will now be able to spec their cars with five seats thanks to the new additional rear seat option.
Available for all models including the X6M, the extra seat replaces the storage unit that normally resides between the two rear seats.
As yet, this option has not been confirmed for the UK.
From 2012 the MINI WRC Countryman will be competing in the World Rally Championship and this year the team will be taking part in selected rounds of the WRC in order to gain the experience that is necessary in order for the team to be fully-prepared come 2012.
The WRC Countryman is powered by a 1.6-litre turbo engine derived from the MINI production models, which was developed by BMW Motorsport for use in series run according to FIA Super2000 regulations.
The MINI WRC Team will be putting its faith in experienced drivers when it begins competing in the WRC for the first time in 2011.
UK duo Kris Meeke and his co-driver Paul Nagle have proven their ability in impressive style, listing the 2009 Intercontinental Rally Challenge title as just one of their achievements.
The 2011 MINI WRC Countryman will be presented at the official Team Launch in April at Plant Oxford.