The Mini hardtop is sporty, quirky, and full of character.
We got 30 mpg overall in from the 189-hp, turbo four-cylinder Cooper S we tested with the six-speed manual.
The base 134-hp, 1.5-liter turbo three-cylinder is surprisingly energetic, though it sounds gritty at low revs.
Handling is nimble and sporty, making the Mini fun to drive on curvy back roads.
The ride is somewhat firm, however, and road noise is noticeable.
Controls take some getting used to, and the back seat is still tiny.
The high-performance John Cooper Works version bumps power to 228 hp and gets a firmer suspension.
The wagonlike Clubman, which shares its platform with the BMW X1, is longer and wider, and has small barn-style rear doors.
An all-electric version is available with a short EPA-estimated 114-mile driving range.
BSW, RCTW, and highway-speed AEB aren't available.
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