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2026 Mini Countryman U25 Cooper S small SUV

2026 Launch  ·  Australia

Mini Countryman

Small luxury SUV. from $52,990 plus on-roads. 5 years, unlimited km. EV battery: 8 years, 160,000 km

On Sale NowPetrol
From
$52,990+ORC
Engine
2.0L
Power
150 to 233kW
Fuel
7L/100km
Towing
1,200 to 2,000kg
Seats
5

What is it?

The third-generation Mini Countryman (chassis code U25) is the largest Mini ever, sharing its UKL2 platform with the BMW X1 and X2. Australian line-up spans petrol Cooper S, the AWD John Cooper Works hot SUV, and the dual-motor electric Countryman SE ALL4. From $52,990 to $74,990 plus on-roads.

The lineup runs from Cooper S at $52,990 plus on-roads, through to Countryman SE ALL4 at $74,990 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.

Interior and Technology

Genuine petrol-or-electric choice in one body on the same chassis, with a 240mm circular OLED cabin display that is the most striking in the segment and a JCW 233 kW hot SUV flagship.

Toggle-style interface puts more functions on screen and needs more eyes off the road than physical buttons did, and the SE electric DC max of 130 kW is behind newer dedicated-EV platforms.

Quick Buyer Context

Should you buy the Countryman?

Reasons to buy

  • Genuine petrol-or-electric choice in one body on the same chassis, with a 240mm circular OLED cabin display that is the most striking in the segment and a JCW 233 kW hot SUV flagship.
  • Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km. EV battery: 8 years, 160,000 km.
  • 5-star ANCAP (2024), full driver-assist suite.
  • 505 L boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
  • Braked towing rated at 1,800 kg.

Reasons to wait

  • Toggle-style interface puts more functions on screen and needs more eyes off the road than physical buttons did, and the SE electric DC max of 130 kW is behind newer dedicated-EV platforms.
  • You want a longer warranty (Lexus LBX, Korean rivals at 7 years), DC fast-charging beyond 130 kW (newer dedicated-EV platforms), or a more conventional cabin interface (Audi Q3, BMW X1).
  • JCW at $72,990 plus on-roads pushes close to BMW X2 M35i money, so cross-shop before committing. The toggle bar replaces almost every physical control, so spend time with it on a test drive.
  • Top trim climbs to $74,990 plus on-roads.
Who it suits
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City drivers
Tidy footprint, easy parking
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Drivers
Pace and poise
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Premium
Cabin quality up top
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Commuters
Daily driver, low fuss
CarTell Verdict

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The CarTell take

We have not driven this yet. On paper, here is how it stacks up.

Strongest suit on paper
Genuine petrol-or-electric choice in one body on the same chassis, with a 240mm circular OLED cabin display that is the most striking in the segment and a JCW 233 kW hot SUV flagship.
The trade-off
Toggle-style interface puts more functions on screen and needs more eyes off the road than physical buttons did, and the SE electric DC max of 130 kW is behind newer dedicated-EV platforms.
Check before you buy
JCW at $72,990 plus on-roads pushes close to BMW X2 M35i money, so cross-shop before committing. The toggle bar replaces almost every physical control, so spend time with it on a test drive.
Best suited to
Style-led small SUV buyers who want a genuine choice of petrol or electric in one body, hot-SUV fans chasing the JCW, and first-time EV families who want BMW-grade charging tech without the X1 badge premium.
How it stacks up

The Rivals

Small luxury SUV  ·  Australia  ·  2026
Audi Q3
Audi Q3
From $54,300 plus on-roads
PETROL5 variants
BMW X1
BMW X1
From $61,400 plus on-roads
PETROL4 variants
Volvo XC40
Volvo XC40
From $54,990 plus on-roads
HYBRID3 variants
Lexus LBX
Lexus LBX
From $47,550 plus on-roads
HYBRID3 variants
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Common questions
How much is the 2026 Mini Countryman in Australia?

Pricing opens at $52,990 plus on-roads for the Cooper S, $72,990 for the John Cooper Works ALL4, and $74,990 for the Countryman SE ALL4 electric.

What is the WLTP range of the electric Mini Countryman SE?

432 km WLTP from the 66.45 kWh usable battery, with DC charging up to 130 kW.

How fast is the Mini Countryman JCW?

5.4 seconds 0 to 100 km/h from 233 kW and AWD, making it one of the fastest small SUVs on sale in Australia under $75,000.

Does the Mini Countryman share its platform with the BMW X1?

Yes. The third-generation Countryman is built on the same UKL2 platform as the BMW X1 and X2, with the SE electric sharing its drivetrain and charging hardware with the X1 eDrive30.