Published : 18 June 2026
Read Time : 5 min
Author: Nikil Jonathan
Mini India have launched the new-generation Countryman C at an introductory price of Rs. 47.50 lakh (ex-showroom). Unlike the previous-generation model, the new Countryman C is now locally assembled at BMW Group’s Chennai plant, helping Mini offer a more competitive price tag.

In fact, the 2026 Countryman C is Rs. 17.4 lakh cheaper than the Countryman All4 JCW, which is sold via the CBU route. The new Countryman C is available in a single fully-loaded Favoured Pack variant and deliveries have already commenced across India.
The new Countryman C is powered by a 1.5L turbo petrol engine paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and comes packed with premium features such as a panoramic sunroof, head-up display, 360-degree camera, Harman Kardon sound system and Level-1 ADAS.
Based on the same platform as the BMW X1, the new Countryman is larger than before and adopt’s Mini’s latest design language with a cleaner and more SUV-like appearance. Key exterior highlights include:

Mini claim the new Countryman offers best-in-segment height and ground clearance among luxury C2-segment SUVs.
The 2026 Countryman C is available in 5 exterior colours:
The cabin of the Countryman C adopts a minimalist design with sustainable materials. Mini have removed most physical controls and integrated several functions into the large central touchscreen. Key interior features include:
Additionally, the rear seats can slide forward and backward by up to 130mm and recline by up to 25 degrees, helping improve passenger comfort and luggage space as required. The boot capacity stands at 505 litres and can be expanded to 1,450 litres with the rear seats folded.
The new Countryman C is powered by BMW Group’s 1.5L 3-cylinder turbo petrol engine. Paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT), the engine offers 156PS of power and 240Nm of torque. Unlike the Countryman All4 JCW, the Countryman C is front-wheel drive only.
Mini also offer the Countryman C with 8 driving modes, allowing the driver to alter the vehicle’s steering response, throttle calibration, interior lighting and display themes. The 8 driving modes include:

The new Countryman C has earned a 5-star Euro NCAP crash safety rating and comes equipped with features such as:
Back in May 2026, Mini India launched the Mini Cooper S GP Inspired Edition with sporty design updates and added features. Check it out in more detail by clicking the link below:
Also Read: Mini Cooper S GP Inspired Edition Launched At Rs. 58.9 Lakh – Top 5 Highlights
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Nikil's a huge fan of classic cars, especially Italian beauties such as the Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint and the Iso Grifo. His love for cars and bikes originated when he first laid his eyes on a poster of the Ferrari F40 and the MV Agusta F4 when he was just a child. He also loves all things analogue, especially vintage cameras and turntables.

























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