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#MINI MOTOR RACING X REVIEW MANUAL#

Huge range of personalisation means few Minis are ever alike

Design– Nothing else looks like a Mini, for better or worse.

Interior and tech – Retro touches can be cloying in places and there’s not much space in three-door models, but it’s well built and the tech is up to date.

MPG and running costs – Despite a large engine for the class, the Mini’s not a big drinker, and is able to match its on-paper mpg in the real world.

Ride and handling – Sharp steering and a nimble chassis make the Cooper S fun to chuck around, but it’s not as finely tuned as some alternatives.It’s a shame the engine isn’t more engaging to use, though Performance and 0-60 time – A 0-62mph time under seven seconds is perfectly respectable.

#MINI MOTOR RACING X REVIEW MANUAL#

Engine, gearbox and technical specs – 2-litre four-cylinder engines are larger than the class norm, but deliver good power and torque through six-speed manual and seven-speed DCT gearboxes.We’d still take a Ford Fiesta ST for driving thrills, but to live with day to day, the Mini still has the edge. Mini’s particular brand of tack-sharp steering and waspish agility are no longer unique these days, but they do mean the Mini DNA remains intact. The current car might be large by Mini standards but it’s among the more compact superminis, while its retro styling hides technology, such as LED headlights and a comprehensive infotainment system, that make it feel surprisingly grown-up.Īnd naturally, there’s a good chassis too.