Overview
- Mini confirmed on Monday that the 2026 Countryman C will launch in India on June 17 and authorised dealers have opened customer bookings.
- The model will be locally assembled at BMW Group’s Chennai plant, a move that typically cuts import duties and can materially reduce retail prices compared with fully imported Minis.
- Published reports say the Countryman C is expected to use a 1.5‑litre three‑cylinder turbo petrol paired with a seven‑speed dual‑clutch transmission, with quoted outputs around 134–136 hp and roughly 230 Nm, but Mini India has not confirmed India‑spec figures.
- Mini positions the Countryman C below the performance‑oriented Countryman JCW All4, and industry estimates place its likely ex‑showroom price near Rs 58–60 lakh compared with the JCW’s roughly Rs 65–66 lakh; it will target rivals such as the BMW X1, Audi Q3 and Mercedes‑Benz GLA.
- Final technical specs, exact pricing and variant details will be revealed at the June 17 launch, and buyers should watch for confirmed power outputs, drivetrain layout and the final equipment list that will determine value for money.