Mini Countryman

Mini India has introduced the all-new, all-electric Countryman in India. Priced at Rs 54.9 lakh (ex-showroom), the electric Countryman might just be the vehicle which gives enthusiasts the perfect balance of space and fun-to-drive factor.

While the fourth-generation Mini Cooper S will replace the outgoing model (Rs 42.70 lakh, ex-showroom), the launch of the Countryman E will mark the arrival of the third-generation, all-electric model, and for the first time, it will be offered in the country.

The new-generation Mini Cooper S with a petrol powertrain goes on sale first, with the all-electric Cooper EV to follow at a later date. As for the Countryman, expect Mini to offer a rear-wheel-drive setup. 

Mini, the British luxury car brand owned by BMW AG, has decided to discontinue the Clubman, following an incredible 17-year run and a total of 11 lakh units produced. 

Positioned as an entry-level crossover in Mini's SUV line-up, the Mini Countryman C comes with integrated mild-hybrid technology that supports the internal combustion engine during accelerations.

In India, the popular Mini Cooper gets a limited-edition model called the Mini Countryman Shadow Edition. It is based on the Countryman Cooper S JCW and costs Rs 49 lakh (ex-showroom). Restricted to 24 units, the new edition is exclusively available for booking via the brand's official website.

The 2024 versions of the Mini Cooper and the Countryman feature a round 9.4-inch high-resolution OLED screen, an octagonal grille, configurable LED DRLs offering up to 3 lighting signatures, and revamped headlights & tail lamps.

The 2024 Mini Cooper EV and the Countryman EV are all set to mark their global debuts on September 1. The same was confirmed with a teaser posted by Mini on the BMW Group's YouTube channel.

The new Mini Countryman EV will be bigger than its predecessor. It will be the first Mini to be produced at the BMW Group plant in Leipzig. When launched, the upcoming EV version will replace the Countryman PHEV model.

The Mini Countryman is a bit paradoxical. It is after all an XL-sized Mini. But for those who love the quirky retro-modern design language of a Mini, and want rear-seat space for the family, the Countryman has always made a strong case for itself.