BMW launches updated version of premium compact car Mini Countryman

German luxury carmaker BMW today launched an updated version of premium compact car Mini Countryman in India which carries a price tag of Rs36.5 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

According to the company's statement, the car comes with a range of features including six airbags, dynamic traction control, anti-lock braking system, brake assist and run-flat indicator.

''Selective design modifications for the exterior and interior along with innovative equipment features contribute to the more mature charisma and increased appeal of the new MINI Countryman,'' BMW Group India, president, Philipp von Sahr said.

The vehicle is being offered as a CBU (completely built-up) at Mini dealerships from today onwards. 

The Mini was introduced as a premium small car brand by the BMW Group in India in 2012.

The Mini model range in the country includes the Mini 3-door, the Mini 5-door, the Mini Convertible and the Mini Countryman. The Mini brand has four exclusive outlets in India.

"MINI is a style icon for trend-setters and has established itself as a unique brand, associated with tradition and irresistible charm. The new MINI Countryman has pursued its path to success both on and off road. Selective design modifications for the exterior and interior along with innovative equipment features contribute to the more mature charisma and increased appeal of the new MINI Countryman. It is a perfect amalgamation of character, space and the 'go-kart' responsiveness." The Times of India quoted on Sahr as saying.

The new MINI Countryman is offered in Light White and Light Coffee non-metallic paintworks. The colourful range includes nine metallic paintworks blazing red, brilliant copper, royal grey, absolute black, crystal silver, cosmic blue, jungle green, starlight blue and midnight grey.

Choices offered for upholstery are leather gravity carbon black, carbon black or leather gravity polar beige and polar beige both including lumbar support as standard.

The new MINI Countryman sports rugged good looks with its bold powerdome, contoured bonnet, redesigned hexagonal grille, enhanced ground clearance, short overhangs and large xenon headlights.