UPDATE: Mini has confirmed that the pricing for its servicing packs are DIFFERENT to what I had originally listed in this review:::: Petrol models - $2876 for a five-year pack, NOT $2275. EV models - $12002 for a four-year pack (NOT $1200) and $1753 for a six-year pack (NOT $1600). Sorry it was wrong in the first instance, this is what caused the delay in publishing and I just couldn't wait any longer!!!
Just pulled the trigger on a 3-door petrol (Cooper C) here in Europe. Can't wait to start my daily commute with it. I did consider the Picanto because of its decent design and affordability. But here the Picanto makes 0-100km/h in +15s. That's dangerous.
I had a look at the new Mini range about 4 weeks ago when I had my 2017 Clubman JCW in for service. I was kind of startled by a few things, ie: 1. If the steering wheel gets any chunkier its going to be a doughnut. 2. The Clubman (Aceman) and Countryman models look very slab-sided, grown in size considerably with less window length and more door. Could feel claustrophobic to some. 3. The key is oversized, not pocket friendly. There are aftermarket solutions for a slimmer 'key fob' with previous models, hopefully this one too. 4. Reservations on whether the ICE-saucer display's novelty will wear off quickly + can sound affects be turned down or off altogether. The 'woo-hoo' after a while might be annoying. 5. Premium 98 RON petrol stings at the pump and/or electric Countryman/Aceman (why electic? why not hybrid?). As an 'urban' city vehicle, apartment dwellers cannot easily buy 'electric'. Telsa owners in my building have to charge outside. 6. Active dampers needed because the normal suspension is hard. 7. Pricing gone up, is there better value elsewhere? I love Mini, my father used to restore them. Today's mini's are almost twice the size. Without a hybrid option, i'd definitely choose the petrol option in SE guise for the 3-door.
Sat in a new electric one last week. No sale. The new seat designs are both rock hard, and pushed my neck forward uncomfortably so. I hate this newish trend. 😮
Oh, I didn’t notice that. Goes to show that sitting in a car can decide it for you, and that not all shapes and sizes fit the parameters of the designs.
I have a 2023 Mini Cooper JCW convertible in 'Rebel' green with Chesterfield Malt interior. It's a stunner. The new one isn't as premium as the outgoing model. Looks like Mini cheaped out everywhere.
Cant seem to play this video - keep getting "something went wrong" ALL FIXED 🙂 My first car was a 68 Cooper S, it was pretty good for 20+ years old by the time I got it.
I quite like it Matt, it's interesting enough, but I just don't think the EV versions stack up well against some of the competition - and the rate that BYD and their ilk are developing and releasing quality vehicles, this thing is likely to be pretty obsolete by the time Australian orders start rolling in.
Agree, the Mini is way more iconic and a legacy of fun and style. But the Ora is a blimmin good option, and has a reasonable sense of style. But at the end of the day, the Fait Arbath gets my nod as it ticks most of my options.
I still cant fathom the price on the EV mini. Great idea - little EV with a lovely interior, superb for the city. But for 60k minimum its ridiculous. 300km range? For 60k? Plus its made in china. Not bashing chinese manufacturing, but it just should be cheaper.
I think part of the problem is that these cars are priced for incentives. There are tax breaks if you do a novated lease that will save you thousands of bucks.
@@therightcar yeah good call. Which is nuts, because i think realistically the E should start at 50k, and the SE at 55. That’d make more sense considering (objectively) how much car you are getting for that money. Still more expensive than the Ora or MG4, but for a reasonable premium given the badge and interior quality.
My wife has a GT Line Kia Picante and it serves her purpose very well. If I could convince her to upgrade I think I would continue with the same brand and the GT Line as it has a style that is not to out there but has a very modern look.
The front of the car wit the trim around the bumper and grill just reminds me of those beards that go around the mouth and the less said about the back view of the car the better.
Matt you can't turn a pigs ear into a silk purse. Same rediculas huge round thing in the centre of dash. And another manufacturer that doesn't give a stuff if you get a puncture . No sale.😊
@@therightcar My last flat was about a year ago when a Stanley knife blade came along for the ride. In my driving history I've had 5 occasions on which I needed a spare and on at least 2 of them would have been badly screwed without one. I know lots of cars don't have spares, and I won't be buying any of them. A spare tyre is a very basic prerequisite for any car and I would no more consider a car without one than I would a car without headlights.
I was thinking I’d buy a mini but the design now seems a bit off. Even the petrol one looks like a Chinese EV on the inside and the bulbous, slanted front doesn’t look retro anymore. It’s basically a Temu version of what the original mini looked like now,
UPDATE: Mini has confirmed that the pricing for its servicing packs are DIFFERENT to what I had originally listed in this review::::
Petrol models - $2876 for a five-year pack, NOT $2275.
EV models - $12002 for a four-year pack (NOT $1200) and $1753 for a six-year pack (NOT $1600).
Sorry it was wrong in the first instance, this is what caused the delay in publishing and I just couldn't wait any longer!!!
Umm best you check that EV figure again! Seems waaaay high
$12k for servicing?? Should this be something different??
Just pulled the trigger on a 3-door petrol (Cooper C) here in Europe. Can't wait to start my daily commute with it.
I did consider the Picanto because of its decent design and affordability. But here the Picanto makes 0-100km/h in +15s. That's dangerous.
I had a look at the new Mini range about 4 weeks ago when I had my 2017 Clubman JCW in for service. I was kind of startled by a few things, ie:
1. If the steering wheel gets any chunkier its going to be a doughnut.
2. The Clubman (Aceman) and Countryman models look very slab-sided, grown in size considerably with less window length and more door. Could feel claustrophobic to some.
3. The key is oversized, not pocket friendly. There are aftermarket solutions for a slimmer 'key fob' with previous models, hopefully this one too.
4. Reservations on whether the ICE-saucer display's novelty will wear off quickly + can sound affects be turned down or off altogether. The 'woo-hoo' after a while might be annoying.
5. Premium 98 RON petrol stings at the pump and/or electric Countryman/Aceman (why electic? why not hybrid?). As an 'urban' city vehicle, apartment dwellers cannot easily buy 'electric'. Telsa owners in my building have to charge outside.
6. Active dampers needed because the normal suspension is hard.
7. Pricing gone up, is there better value elsewhere?
I love Mini, my father used to restore them. Today's mini's are almost twice the size.
Without a hybrid option, i'd definitely choose the petrol option in SE guise for the 3-door.
Great comment and I can see your brain’s cogs turning through it.
And yes. The steering wheel is COMICALLY OBESE.
Still much better value than the new 1 series hatch?
Our mini cooper is 8 years old, it goes like shit off a shovel in rocket mode great car and fun to drive😊😊
Can you do a review on the countryman😊
Already have! th-cam.com/video/fq2WZLiuDJg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=B29kpE56SbsORKLs
Planning to get the EV model and JCW soon, too!
@@therightcar 👍 👌 great!!
Sat in a new electric one last week. No sale. The new seat designs are both rock hard, and pushed my neck forward uncomfortably so. I hate this newish trend. 😮
Oh, I didn’t notice that. Goes to show that sitting in a car can decide it for you, and that not all shapes and sizes fit the parameters of the designs.
Drove one yesterday at Brisbane BMW. The seats in the Cooper S are great. Got no idea what you are talking about.
@@antonilavin2488 that's ok. Maybe I'm more sensitive to it.
I have a 2023 Mini Cooper JCW convertible in 'Rebel' green with Chesterfield Malt interior. It's a stunner. The new one isn't as premium as the outgoing model. Looks like Mini cheaped out everywhere.
Nice spec!
Cant seem to play this video - keep getting "something went wrong" ALL FIXED 🙂 My first car was a 68 Cooper S, it was pretty good for 20+ years old by the time I got it.
Glad it isn't broken!
I quite like it Matt, it's interesting enough, but I just don't think the EV versions stack up well against some of the competition - and the rate that BYD and their ilk are developing and releasing quality vehicles, this thing is likely to be pretty obsolete by the time Australian orders start rolling in.
At least it has more range this time, right??
@@therightcar true, there is that
Gwm Ora for the electric version. Almost 50% less if you can find a used/demo.
It's a good option, for sure. Not as fun, but certainly has plenty of EV hatch charm!
Agree, the Mini is way more iconic and a legacy of fun and style. But the Ora is a blimmin good option, and has a reasonable sense of style.
But at the end of the day, the Fait Arbath gets my nod as it ticks most of my options.
I still cant fathom the price on the EV mini. Great idea - little EV with a lovely interior, superb for the city. But for 60k minimum its ridiculous. 300km range? For 60k? Plus its made in china. Not bashing chinese manufacturing, but it just should be cheaper.
I think part of the problem is that these cars are priced for incentives. There are tax breaks if you do a novated lease that will save you thousands of bucks.
@@therightcar yeah good call. Which is nuts, because i think realistically the E should start at 50k, and the SE at 55. That’d make more sense considering (objectively) how much car you are getting for that money. Still more expensive than the Ora or MG4, but for a reasonable premium given the badge and interior quality.
My wife has a GT Line Kia Picante and it serves her purpose very well. If I could convince her to upgrade I think I would continue with the same brand and the GT Line as it has a style that is not to out there but has a very modern look.
The front of the car wit the trim around the bumper and grill just reminds me of those beards that go around the mouth and the less said about the back view of the car the better.
Comparable car is the Suzuki Swift- also known as the poor man’s Cooper.
Matt you can't turn a pigs ear into a silk purse. Same rediculas huge round thing in the centre of dash. And another manufacturer that doesn't give a stuff if you get a puncture . No sale.😊
Haha 😝
@@buncha5651 mini typically has run flat tyres which are an acquired taste as expensive and done owners change them over of other types.
All that effort to design a car that I won't buy because it doesn't have a spare tyre.
Lots of cars don’t have spares. Honest question - when was the last time you got a flat?
@@therightcar My last flat was about a year ago when a Stanley knife blade came along for the ride. In my driving history I've had 5 occasions on which I needed a spare and on at least 2 of them would have been badly screwed without one.
I know lots of cars don't have spares, and I won't be buying any of them. A spare tyre is a very basic prerequisite for any car and I would no more consider a car without one than I would a car without headlights.
I was thinking I’d buy a mini but the design now seems a bit off. Even the petrol one looks like a Chinese EV on the inside and the bulbous, slanted front doesn’t look retro anymore. It’s basically a Temu version of what the original mini looked like now,
Ugly car on the outside and on the inside! steering wheel is a "their"!
I don’t understand the comment on the steering wheel
See it the flesh, sports models on c and s is awesome!