The all-new MINI Countryman was unveiled at the Auto Expo 2018 in India. Locally-produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai, the all-new MINI Countryman will be available in three variants: two petrol variants – MINI Countryman Cooper S and MINI Countryman Cooper S JCW Inspired as well as one diesel variant – MINI Countryman Cooper SD. Deliveries will begin from June 2018 onwards and ex-showroom prices will be announced accordingly.
Henrik Wilhelmsmeyer, Head of MINI, Region Asia, Pacific, South Africa and Importer Regions said, “Since its inception, the MINI brand stands for new innovative ideas and inspiration. It is in our DNA to consistently provide driving fun and the iconic MINI go-kart feeling across every model. The second-generation MINI Countryman represents a more distinctive and mature proposition of an ultimate all-rounder with ample space for you and your family. The all-new MINI Countryman is built for adventure and can turn any weekend into an expedition. Every road marks the beginning of a new chapter, full of moments to cherish, in a story that you will never want to end.”
Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India said, “MINI is the perfect fit for urban environment and has become a trailblazer success in the premium small car segment in India. The second-generation all-new MINI Countryman offers a unique combination of functionality, everyday practicality and long-distance suitability. In the typical MINI style, it combines driving fun with charisma and individuality. Local production of the all-new MINI Countryman at BMW Group Plant Chennai marks the beginning of a whole new chapter for MINI in India.”
MINI Countryman Cooper S JCW Inspired is equipped with John Cooper Works aerodynamic kit, rear roof spoiler and impressive 18-inch JCW thrill spoke alloy wheels. John Cooper Works influence continues in the illuminated cockpit with the JCW sports leather steering wheel. The car is equipped with premium features such as the ‘Leather Cross Punch’ Sport Seats, Harman Kardon Hi-Fi Speaker System, MINI Find Mate and the MINI Wired Package. The MINI Wired Package includes Navigation System Professional and MINI Connected XL 8.8-inch screen with Touch Controller and Bluetooth mobile connectivity.
The all-new MINI Countryman is powered by an all-new range of petrol and diesel engines developed from the latest MINI TwinPower Turbo Technology offering outstanding performance and efficiency. The 2-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine with TwinPower Turbo Technology makes the MINI Countryman Cooper S, high on performance and light on fuel. It mobilises a peak output of 141 kW/192 hp and a maximum torque of 280 Nm torque. It sprints to 100 kmph in 7.5 seconds and the top speed is 225 kmph. The MINI Countryman Cooper SD 4-cylinder diesel engine generates a peak output of 140 kW/190 hp and a maximum torque of 400 Nm torque. It sprints to 100 kmph in 7.7 seconds and the top speed is 220 kmph.
The standard 8-speed automatic steptronic transmission offers even more efficient, comfortable and sporty driving due to a broader gear spread and smaller engine speed steps. The 8-speed sports automatic steptronic transmission in the MINI Countryman Cooper S JCW Inspired with shift paddles makes for even sportier driving.
MINI Countryman Cooper S offers more premium technology and design features than ever before. With the Automatic Tail Gate, Cruise Control, LED Headlight, Fog Light, Multifunction steering wheel, Centre armrest in front and rear and the Radio MINI Boost 6.5-inch as standard, the all-new MINI Countryman comes ready for any adventure.
The all-new MINI Countryman will be available in five colours: Island Blue, Light White, Chilli Red, Melting Silver and Thunder Grey as well as British Racing Green offered exclusively for the MINI Countryman Cooper S JCW Inspired.
The all-new MINI Countryman will be available with Leatherette Carbon Black as standard upholstery and Leather Cross Punch Carbon Black for the all-new MINI Countryman Cooper S JCW Inspired.
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