2027 Mini Countryman Untamed Edition confirmed for Australia in early 2027, minus some rugged hardware

Australian confirmation, with a catch

The 2027 Mini Countryman Untamed Edition has been confirmed for Australian release in early 2027, in a choice of petrol S All4 and electric SE All4 powertrains. However, CarExpert reports that local examples will miss out on several of the mechanical upgrades offered overseas, including the 15mm suspension lift, the Pirelli all-terrain tyres and the Autohome roof tent developed for the model. ¹

CarExpert further notes that Australian Untamed editions will carry 1500kg (S) and 1200kg (SE) braked towing capacities, despite petrol variants being rated at up to 2000kg in some other markets. At the time of the initial unveiling, CarExpert had reached out to Mini Australia regarding local specifications and timing, with the publication reporting it was understood the model would come to Australia but that some rugged upgrades might not be fitted locally. ¹

What the Untamed Edition adds

Mini presents the Countryman Untamed Edition as a more rugged, off-road-ready version of its compact SUV. Depending on the market, the model is headlined by a suspension lift, all-terrain tyres, exclusive design elements, and recalibrated ABS, stability control and steering systems. Mini says the lift optimises approach and breakover angles; in the US and Canada it is standard across all Untamed versions, raising total ground clearance by 19mm, while in Europe it is offered exclusively on the electric variants, per CarExpert. ¹

US-market cars ride on model-specific black-painted 19-inch 'Untamed Edition Spoke' light-alloy wheels inspired by classic off-road steel wheels, wrapped in Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus tyres. MotorTrend reports the suspension lift amounts to 15mm, lifting total ground clearance by 19mm to 8.75 inches, with an Untamed-specific chassis calibration for better trail compliance. Motor1 similarly reports Mini recalibrated the ABS, Dynamic Stability Control, steering and chassis for the raised suspension and all-terrain tyres. ²³

Towing and roof-carry figures are consistent across markets. US versions come standard with a trailer hitch rated at up to 3500 pounds (around 1590kg), per Motor1. Mini's stated roof load capacity is 75kg when driving and up to 300kg when stationary, figures CarExpert cites for the model, and which MotorTrend gives in imperial terms as 165 pounds in motion and 661 pounds parked. ¹²³

Design, interior and adventure accessories

The Untamed Edition is distinguished by a new grille with vertical inserts finished in Dark Steel, new side sills, redesigned front and rear underbody protection and a new rear diffuser, all exclusive to the special edition, according to CarExpert. Textured matte-black film covers the wheel arches, side sills and the Power Dome on the bonnet, and an Untamed badge with a mountain motif sits on the rear pillar. ¹³

Exclusive paint finishes include Hideaway Grey, Nomad Blue and Frozen Nomad Blue, the last being the first matte exterior paint offered on a series-production Mini, as both CarExpert and Motor1 report. MotorTrend adds that Nanuq White and Midnight Black are also available in the US, with roof and mirror caps able to be specified in black or white. ¹³²

Inside, the Untamed gets Nightshade Blue sports seats upholstered in Mini's Vescin material with knitted sections in the head restraints and shoulders, a knit pattern Mini says is inspired by rock formations, complemented by Cornflower Blue piping and stitching. Interior accents switch from Vibrant Silver to Dark Steel, and rubber floor mats for the cabin and luggage compartment round out the cabin, per CarExpert. ¹

Mini has also developed adventure accessories for the model, including a collapsible roof-top tent created with Italian manufacturer Autohome and camping gear — folding chairs and tables — in collaboration with outdoor equipment specialist Helinox, as reported by both CarExpert and Motor1. The roof tent is among the items not bound for Australian examples, per CarExpert. ¹³

Powertrains, production and US pricing

Mini's market lineup for the Untamed Edition varies: CarExpert reports that depending on the market — with Australian timing then still to be confirmed — the model could be offered across the engine range, including the front-driven Countryman C, D and E as well as the all-wheel-drive S All4 and SE All4. Motor1 reports the version unveiled in the United States is offered only in petrol Countryman S ALL4 and electric Countryman SE ALL4 form, both with standard ALL4 all-wheel drive. ¹³

Production of the Untamed Edition is due to commence in November 2026, with a global market launch in the new year and first US customer deliveries anticipated in early 2027, per CarExpert and Motor1 respectively. Motor1 quotes a US price of US$45,250 for the petrol Countryman S ALL4 Untamed Edition including a US$1,350 destination charge, with the electric SE ALL4 Untamed price to be announced closer to the start of sales. ¹³

MotorTrend frames the premium differently: the 2027 Countryman S Untamed Edition starts at US$45,250 against a base Countryman S price of US$40,250, and bundles in the Countryman S's Iconic Trim with the Comfort Package Plus — equipment that takes an equivalent non-Untamed car to US$43,650, making the Untamed premium US$1,600. MotorTrend expects the electric Untamed to follow a similar formula on top of the US$49,950 asked for an SE with the same packages, though that is its own estimate rather than an announced price, and it notes the Untamed EV price has yet to be announced. ²

Context: the Countryman range the Untamed joins

Car and Driver's 2027 Countryman overview lists the Untamed as the year's key addition — an off-road-capable variant with all-terrain tyres, a slightly lifted suspension and rugged styling cues — with the rest of the Countryman range otherwise expected to carry into 2027 unchanged. The publication notes the Countryman is offered in S and John Cooper Works petrol forms with a 241hp turbocharged four-cylinder in the S and 312hp in the JCW, all-wheel drive standard, and rates the lineup 8.5 out of 10. ⁴

Those broader range figures sit alongside, not within, the Untamed Edition announcement: Car and Driver states the Untamed joins the US lineup for 2027, while its detailed instrumented test data cited on the page relates to a separately tested 2025 Countryman JCW, and the publication directs readers to its separate review for the Countryman EV. ⁴