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Not If You Owned & Liked Previous BMW MINI's
Eliot, 11/19/2015
updated 11/22/2019
2015 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatchback (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 6M)
6 of 12 people found this review helpful
The point of view of this review is from a long time BMW MINI owner who, up until now, loved them. It probably isn't relevant to those who haven't previously had a MINI. Back in the '60, Ford had a great, innovative car that was very popular. Each new version of it became bigger and bigger and sought to reach a wider market. Eventually, it became a parody of itself, becoming virtually a 2 door family sedan. Fortunately, Ford saw the light and the car has returned (sort of) to its roots. I am referring to the Mustang. Well, it seems BMW is following that same sorry route with the MINI. What was the attraction of the BWM MINI? It's SMALL size, its uniqueness, its fun to drive-ness. As one local reviewer (in Maryland) wrote, driving a MINI was therapy. So, what has happened. To address the "negatives" appearing in professional reviews, which value every car against some homogeneous (with the exception, perhaps, of exotics and rockets), BMW is turning the MINI into just another compact car. They have tried to make up for this by adding high-tech gimmickry, like color-changing LEDs and artificial sound effects, which serve only to make a cartoon out of the car. The car has gotten huge compared to the previous MINIs. If you are buying this car for rear seat room and a living room on wheels ride, you are in the wrong place. The 2015/2016 MINI hardtops are almost indistinguishable from the Countryman, both viewed from the outside and when sitting inside. This isn't because the Countryman is tiny. On the technical side, one could say everything is "improved" except for the 3 cylinder engine in the base model. While it is surprisingly peppy, it is noisy and rough-idling. Yes, there are now many MINIs on the road. So, from BMW's perspective, they are on the right path. But, if you are a Miniac for the initial BMW MINI offerings, you will most likely not be happy driving this one. Let's hope BMW, like Ford, will come to its senses. Eventually, Mr./Ms. average driver will tire of the cramped size, the "hard" ride and the "weird" stuff that might still remain and those who remember what a MINI was will return. In the meantime, I'll probably be in a Miata or a GTI. UPDATE: I no longer have a MINI. I test drove a 219 Countryman S and Cooper S. The quality is definitely up considerably. The ride is quieter and smoother. BUT, they just aren't MINIs anymore. While there is still some unique and fun features, the prices are getting too high. A fully equipped Countryman S at $44,000.
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Iove my 2016 mini !!!!!!!!
Pedro, 11/05/2015
2016 MINI Cooper S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
9 of 20 people found this review helpful
I trade in my 2013 VW cc & Love my new mini no regret , more fast and fun to drive .
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Some changes: #1 Rule: It's a MINI. Get Over It
Maria, 08/20/2015
updated 02/17/2016
2015 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
4 of 8 people found this review helpful
This is an update to my initial review. I've got some 6,000 miles on it now. Combined mileage is 34 mpg. Freeway driving is a breeze, as long as you, the driver, realized your MINI Cooper (non-turbo) is no race or fast car. It's a very simple 1600 cc's of raw BMW power. They should use that line in their advertisements. The car and its payment went to my ex-husband when I left him. He wanted it. He loves it. At 74" he is very comfortable in the car with top up or down. So, the rest of this review is his. Toby, that is her name, performs exactly the way I had hoped she would perform. Whether in the city (stop or go traffic) or on the highway, she does an excellent job. I do not drive her fast. She simply isn't fast. I didn't want "fast" so, she is perfect. For me. At my age. I got this car because it was a convertible, leather interior, a wonderful color combination for the exterior with a very comfortable ride and superior sound system. Toby is a Highgate package with the Harmon-Kardon sound system (a 'must-have' in my mind). I truly cannot think of anything else to say about the car, as it is just a superb automobile in spite of its price tag. I got what I wanted: A well thought-out, high mileage, comfortable drop-top. When I'm 80, please stay off the sidewalks. I'll be driving on them!
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Great company...backs their car
David c, 08/26/2020
updated 03/01/2021
2016 MINI Cooper S 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Mini is fast...fun to drive..a little low to get in and out of,but it's a sports car...back seat for small people..but if you like good fun driving this is it.
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Fun and function
Katie, 06/29/2018
2016 MINI Cooper S 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Love my mini. Drives like a sports car but has back doors for convenience. I can even fit my 65 lbs lab back there! The car drives so smooth and I can zip around anyone even on hills. Acceleration is great. Not to mention it looks badass. Great design with the large middle screen and the odometer above the steering wheel now. Can’t say enough good things about it.
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