Mini Countryman C launched at Rs 47.50 lakh in India

Mini India has introduced the Countryman C SUV at an ex-showroom price of Rs 47.50 lakh. This model is now the largest vehicle to carry the Mini badge and provides a more accessible entry point into the Countryman lineup. The Countryman C will be imported as a completely knocked-down (CKD) kit for the Indian market.

Key Highlights

• Mini Countryman C launched in India at Rs 47.50 lakh ex-showroom
• Powered by 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine with 7-speed DCT
• Features 505 liters of boot space and 19-inch alloy wheels
• Receives 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating with Level 1 ADAS

Design and Dimensions

The Countryman C features a bold design inspired by its electric counterpart, the Countryman Electric, but includes several unique elements. At the front, the SUV sports a large grille with a bronze surround and a body-colored lower insert. The bumper includes substantial plastic cladding and a textured bronze skid plate. The LED headlamps have a squared-off shape and are surrounded by LED daytime running lights.

From the side, the Countryman C displays a boxy silhouette, a contrasting black roof, black ORVMs, and a C-pillar insert. The flap-type door handles are flush with the body, similar to the BMW X1, which shares the same platform. The SUV rides on 19-inch alloy wheels. At the rear, the design maintains classic Mini proportions, with vertical LED taillamps featuring pixelated Union Jack detailing, chunky cladding, and a silver skid plate.

The Countryman C measures 4,447 mm in length, 1,843 mm in width (excluding ORVMs), 1,661 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,692 mm. Buyers can choose from five exterior color options.

Interior Features and Equipment

The interior of the Countryman C remains true to Mini’s design language. The India-spec model comes standard with brown leather upholstery. The dashboard is minimalist, with most controls and the driver’s display integrated into a circular touchscreen. The dashboard is covered in fabric made from recycled polyester, emphasizing sustainability.

The centre console features silver toggles for gear selection, driving modes, and the ignition. The three-spoke steering wheel includes a fabric lower spoke and bronze accents on the door handles and front tweeters. The front sports seats offer good support and space, while the rear bench provides slide and recline functions. The boot space is 505 litres with all seats up, expanding to 1,450 litres with the rear seats folded.

Standard equipment includes a panoramic sunroof, a 9.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, powered front seats, a wireless phone charger, dual-zone climate control, ambient lighting, a 12-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, a massaging driver seat, cruise control, a heads-up display, and connected car technology.

Engine, Performance, and Safety

The Countryman C is powered by a 1.5-liter turbo-petrol engine paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Mini claims the SUV accelerates from 0-100 kmph in 9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 212 kmph.

The model has received a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating. Safety features include Level 1 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), multiple airbags, electronic stability control, an electronic parking brake with auto-hold, a tire pressure monitoring system, front and rear parking sensors, a 360-degree camera, hill hold assist, and all-wheel disc brakes.

The Mini Countryman C competes with entry-level luxury SUVs such as the Mercedes-Benz GLA, BMW X1, and Audi Q3 in the Indian market.

CarBike 360 Says

The Mini Countryman C brings together signature styling, premium interiors, and efficient turbo performance, making it a compelling choice in the luxury compact SUV space. With its competitive pricing and modern feature set, it strengthens Mini’s presence in India while appealing to buyers seeking a distinctive, fun-to-drive urban SUV with everyday practicality.