MINI Countryman C Launched In India At Rs 47.50 Lakh, Now Built At BMW Plant Chennai

MINI has introduced the new Countryman C in India at a starting price of Rs 47.50 lakh (ex-showroom). The launch is an important step for the brand as the SUV is now being assembled at BMW Group’s Chennai facility. This also makes it the first petrol-powered Countryman to be produced locally for the Indian market.

The latest Countryman is larger than before and offers more cabin space, additional technology and greater practicality. While it has grown in size, MINI says the SUV continues to deliver the fun driving experience that the brand is known for.

The SUV is offered in a single fully-loaded variant called the Favoured Pack.

Engine And Performance

Power comes from a 1.5-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol engine paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox.

Specification	Details
Engine	1.5-litre Turbo Petrol
Power	156 hp
Torque	240 Nm
Transmission	7-speed DCT
Drive Type	Front-Wheel Drive
0-100 kmph	9.0 seconds
Top Speed	212 kmph
Fuel Efficiency	15.92 kmpl
Fuel Tank	60 litres

The engine uses MINI TwinPower Turbo technology and is tuned to offer smooth city performance along with comfortable highway cruising.

Dimensions

The Countryman has grown substantially and offers more passenger room than previous generations.

Dimension	Measurement
Length	4,447 mm
Width	1,843 mm
Height	1,661 mm
Wheelbase	2,692 mm
Ground Clearance	190 mm

A longer wheelbase also contributes to improved rear-seat comfort.

Exterior Design

The new model carries a cleaner appearance with fewer design lines and a more upright stance.

Key exterior highlights include:

Octagonal front grille
Adaptive LED headlights
Matrix LED tail lamps
Flush door handles
Black contrasting roof
19-inch dual-tone alloy wheels
Selectable lighting signatures for DRLs
Sculpted bonnet and wheel arches

Buyers can choose from five exterior colours:

British Racing Green
Smokey Green
Nanuq White
Chilli Red
Slate Blue

Cabin And Practicality

The cabin follows a minimalist layout with a strong emphasis on digital controls. A large circular display dominates the dashboard, while most vehicle functions are integrated into the touchscreen.

MINI has also used textile materials and recycled fabric surfaces across several interior panels. The dashboard and door trims feature a soft woven finish, giving the cabin a unique look compared to many luxury SUVs.

Rear-seat passengers benefit from adjustable seats that can both slide and recline.

Practicality figures are impressive as well.

Storage Capacity	Volume
Standard Boot Space	505 litres
Maximum Boot Space	1,450 litres

Features

The equipment list is extensive. Some notable features include:

9.4-inch circular OLED touchscreen
Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Head-up display
Panoramic glass roof
Harman Kardon 12-speaker sound system
Wireless phone charger
Powered front seats
Driver seat massage function
Connected car technology
MINI Digital Key Plus
Interior camera
Ambient lighting
Eight MINI Experience Modes
Navigation system
Voice assistant with “Hey MINI” command
360-degree camera
Parking Assistant Plus

Safety Package

The SUV comes with a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating and several driver assistance systems.

Safety equipment includes:

Multiple airbags
ABS with brake assist
Dynamic Stability Control
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear-view camera
Lane departure warning
Front collision warning
Active pedestrian protection
Driver attention monitoring
Reversing assist
Level 1 ADAS functions

Ownership Benefits

MINI is offering financing plans with monthly instalments starting from Rs 56,990 and zero down payment options through BMW India Financial Services.