Mini Countryman Black Edition launched at Rs. 42.4 lakh
What's the story
Mini India has launched the Countryman Black Edition of the Cooper S in the country at Rs. 42.4 lakh. The special-edition model, based on the Cooper S JCW variant, is Rs. 1 lakh costlier than the standard variant and is limited to just 24 units. Notably, the limited-edition model comes with a bunch of visual changes while being mechanically unchanged. Here's everything to know.
Exteriors
Mini Countryman Black Edition: At a glance
Mini Countryman Black Edition features a similar compact design with dual exhausts and 18-inch JCW alloy wheels as the standard model. However, it comes with a glossy black color scheme and gets a blacked-out treatment on the grille, roof rails, wheel arches, and ORVMs. For lighting, the car houses LED headlamps with DRLs, fog lamps mounted on the bumper, turn indicators, and LED taillights.
Interiors
Inside the cabin
Inside, the five-seater Countryman Black Edition sports a blacked-out cabin featuring electrically adjustable seats with memory function, a panoramic sunroof, and a multifunctional steering wheel. The car also gets features like 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment panel, a head-up display as well as Harman and Kardon audio system. Moreover, it offers six airbags, ABS with EBD, automatic tailgate access, and a 360-degree camera with parking sensors.
Engine
Power and performance
The Mini Countryman Black Edition is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder, turbocharged petrol engine, which is capable of producing 189bhp of maximum power and 280Nm of peak torque. This unit is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission that sends power to all the wheels. The car promises a mileage of 14.41kmpl and can do a 0-100kmph sprint in 7.5 seconds.
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Finally, what is the pricing?
As for the pocket pinch, the Mini Countryman Black Edition costs Rs. 42.4 lakh in India. At this price point, the car goes up against rivals like Audi Q3, Volvo XC40, and BMW X1.