MINI says it has upgraded the all-electric Countryman with efficiency-focused hardware and software changes that lift its WLTP driving range to up to 501km for the Countryman E, while the dual-motor Countryman SE ALL4 now reaches up to 467km.
The updates, due to roll out from March 2026, centre on a new silicon carbide (SiC) inverter that improves energy conversion and trims power losses.
MINI also said it increased the net usable high-voltage battery capacity to 65.2kWh, and fitted friction-reduced wheel bearings on the front axle to cut rolling resistance.
The range increase arrives as the model becomes eligible for the maximum £3,750 (RM20,263) point-of-sale discount under the UK government’s Electric Car Grant (ECG) scheme, which MINI said applies to Countryman Electric customers.
MINI positions the Countryman Electric as a compact crossover aimed at family use, pointing to its enlarged cabin and a boot that expands to 1,450 litres with the rear seats folded.
Styling tweaks such as larger wheels, wider wheel arches and reduced exterior chrome are said to give the car a more assertive stance, while buyers can choose from nine paint colours and nine alloy wheel designs.
Inside, MINI said the cabin keeps the brand’s minimalist layout, anchored by a centre-mounted 24cm circular OLED display for infotainment and vehicle settings, plus the brand’s toggle bar beneath it.
It also highlighted its latest driver assistance suite, claiming Level 2 capability to support longer-distance driving, alongside safety and comfort features.
MINI did not announce local pricing, but it said the combination of longer range and the ECG discount makes the revised Countryman Electric a stronger value proposition for buyers weighing a small SUV EV.
