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The new Mini Countryman has been priced for Australia ahead of its arrival in the first quarter of 2024.
Snapshot
- New Countryman price for Australia with two engines initially
- Price-of-entry only up $1140, with minor changes elsewhere
- More power, more space, and all-electric electric variant on the way
Initially, Mini will offer two powertrains – a 115kW three-cylinder and 150kW four-cylinder – each with three variants priced from $49,990 before on-road costs, a $1140 increase on the previous model.
Based on updated underpinnings shared with the , the Countryman is 130mm longer and 60mm taller than the car it replaces.
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The combustion-engine and EV-friendly Countryman adopts a sharp new look with circular daytime running lights and Union Jack rear signatures linking the new SUV to Mini’s heritage, while in profile the new vehicle is more squared off and aggressive.
Inside, the Countryman’s airy cabin features vertical vents, plenty of storage space and a futuristic vibe. There’s no digital driver’s display, only a small head-up display with additional info on the centre screen. For sustainability reasons, the Countryman is entirely free of leather and chrome in its construction.
There’s also a larger 240mm diameter circular touchscreen in the centre (that finally uses all the real estate!) running Mini operating System 9 that features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto alongside voice control.
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During 2024, Mini will grow the countryman lineup with the addition of a more powerful JCW model, as well as adding electric E and SE grades.
“Now, with the new generation model, we are confident the MINI Countryman will offer even more appeal thanks to its innovative technology including a host of new driver assistant technologies”, said Matt Schmidt, General Manager of Mini Australia and New Zealand.
JUMP AHEAD
- 2024 Mini Countryman pricing
- 2024 Mini Countryman features
- Colours
- Engine, drivetrain, and fuel economy
- Safety
- Dimensions
- Warranty and servicing
- Availability
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2024 Mini Countryman pricing
Prices exclude on-road costs.
| Variant | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| C Core | $49,990 | Up $1140 |
| C Classic | $52,990 | New model |
| C Favoured | $55,990 | New model |
| S ALL4 Classic | $58,990 | Up $1340 |
| S ALL4 Favoured | $61,990 | New model |
| S ALL4 JCW Sport | $63,990 | Down $460 |
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2024 Mini Countryman features
| Core | |
|---|---|
| Cruise control | Heated sports steering wheel |
| Parking assistant with front sensors (Parking assistant plus features on Cooper S Core) | Keyless entry and start |
| Sports seats | Power tailgate with kick-to-open fiunction |
| 18-inch alloy wheels | Classic trim design with piano black |
| Classic adds | |
|---|---|
| Adaptive cruise control | Interior camera |
| Parking Assistant Plus with Surround View | Mini augmented reality navigation |
| ASpeed limit assist | Heated front seats |
| Lane-trace assist | Panormaic glass sunroof |
| S Classic adds | |
|---|---|
| 150kW 2.0T with AWD | Wireless phone charging |
| Head-up display | MINI Experience Modes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ALL4 exterior styling |
| 19-inch alloy wheels | |
| Favoured/S Favoured adds | |
|---|---|
| 12-speaker Harman/Kardon premium sound system | Power front seats with memory |
| John Cooper Works Seats | Sun protection glazing |
| Active seat functions (driver only) | Anthracite headlining |
| S JCW Sport adds | |
|---|---|
| John Cooper Works steering wheel | DCT shift paddles |
| John Cooper Works exterior styling | Adaptive suspension |
| Sport stripes in Jet Black or Chilli Red | John Cooper Works sport brakes |
Colours
| Nanuq White | Midnight Black |
| Metling Silver | Smokey Green |
| Legend Grey |
Mini offers choices of upholstery colour on all grades. Either Grey or Black cloth with blue highlights are available on the Core and Classic trims, with leather-look ‘Vescin’ upholstery in Beige, Dark Petrol or Vintage Brown for the Favoured.
The JCW Sport gets a mix of black Vescin and Cord upholstery.
All trim levels can be optioned with contrast black mirror caps and roof, while the style-forward Favoured is available with Vibrant Silver exterior highlights.
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Engine, drivetrain, and fuel economy
Both Mini Countryman trims are powered by developments of existing turbo-petrol engines.
The 1.5-litre three-cylinder now produces an extra 15kW and 10Nm, for 115kW/230Nm outputs that’ll get the front-drive SUV to 100km/h in nine seconds – seven tenths faster than before.
Moving to the Cooper S now brings all-wheel drive with Mini’s ALL4 front-biased system. The 2.0-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder’s outputs are up 9kW and 20Nm (now 150kW and 300Nm).
It’s quicker to 100km/h, taking 7.4 seconds according to Mini. Both vehicles use a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
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Coming in 2024 is the 221kW Mini Countryman JCW, as well as the twin-motor electric SE that develops 230kW and can travel 433km on a single charge of its 66.4kWh (gross) battery.
Fuel consumption figures are yet to be confirmed for Australia – expect improvements on the 6.3L/100km (Cooper) and 6.7L/100km (Cooper S) combined results.
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Safety
The Mini Countryman is yet to be evaluated by an independent safety testing body.
It’s fitted with lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert with braking and collision warning as standard.
Mini’s Driving Assistant Plus pack – that adds a camera to assist radar sensors – is optional on the Core and standard on the Classic. It adds adaptive cruise control, lane-trace assist, collision prevention, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
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Dimensions
The Countryman is a small SUV. A rival for the Audi Q3, BMW X1, Mercedes-Benz GLA as well as higher-end variants of mainstream brands, such as the Volkswagen T-Roc and Mazda CX-30.
It’s 4433mm long, 1843mm wide, 1656mm tall and rides on a 2692mm wheelbase – overall it’s 130mm longer and 60mm taller than the car it replaces.
2024 Mini Countryman boot space
The new Countryman’s extra size bestows it with 52L more boot space with both rows of seating up. Fold the 60:40 split second row and space grows from 502L to 1530L.
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Warranty and servicing
The Mini Countryman is now covered by a five-year unlimited-kilometre warranty in Australia. Service pricing is yet to be confirmed.
Availability
The Countryman Cooper and Cooper S are available to order now with customer deliveries beginning in the first quarter (January-March inclusive) of 2024.
Mini will add the powerful JCW and eco-friendly electric SE models later in 2024.
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