Love your review, I ordered countryman S. (Full option: 20" panoramic harman privacy glass and add tint front windows and mini tray for storage) 😊 x1 is good but countryman is match for my wife 👌
I considered both and decided to go with Mini. It is a better price point if you want active cruise and premium features like HK audio and massaging seats. I like the HUD and the only minir issue is a slight lag with the center screen. I expect they will improve the SW over time.
You can get massage seats on the driver side only on the Mini, and the BMW doesn’t offer it… not even on a X3. I had a Mini and I love not having a gage cluster in front of me. It can come with head’s up too. They’re using that cloth on the new X3 also!! The Mini is definitely a better deal because they hold their value better than BMWs do. P.S. I have never gotten a dashboard dirty. I’m sure there’s some special solution from BMW.
The heads up display is excellent some don’t miss the instrument cluster at all. It has stead, directions, speed limit, infotainment all on the HUD with excellent clarity.
The Mini looks fun but I prefer the look of the BMW. I enjoy your videos and it is interesting seeing these models that share the same platform/engine compared side-by-side. Enjoy your trip to Europe.
I wanted to do this review a couple months ago and I was glade to show the difference between them. We bought some motor sport tickets and looking forward to doing some reviews 👍
Great review Anthony. I did not realize that the Countryman had gotten so big! For me the X1 would be it for sure. The mini just looks bloated to me and the X1 just looks bloated to me. How is everything on your side going? We hit 111 today and I was so glad to stay home. Your trip is coming soon yes? Hope all is well and that your are doing great Anthony
I would go x1 but the m35i. They are both awesome vehicles but the tech in the Bimmer works, I need a driver display lol. Today went great the dentist appointment was quick, I get a fresh cleaning when I come back from UK, talked with a new team but looks like it will be a little more work before they give the green light and finished up with Hyundai. It was raining on and off so the weather was amazing maybe the high 90s but it had a cool breeze to it. I hope it cools off on your side and it’s good you got to enjoy it inside. My family bought a motor sport event so look like full work vaca but I’m excited. Thanks James
@@CenryHavill I know it does but if you watch my first review the center screen didn’t work. This time the hud didn’t work. I’m not so happy with them right now but I’m sure when an update comes it will make it better.
@@HawkeyeRides I wonder if they gave you an early demo model to review. I test drove a demo and the circle screen was running an early update so it was a bit more sluggish. The hud worked though. Would have thought they would give reviewers up to date cars.
@@HawkeyeRides that’s fair. something about bmw omitting it from like the whole platform just really put me off. and Munich’s the “you’re” there ha…came in hotter than I meant it.
I would love to but in North America I haven’t seen one in Florida. I am going to Europe in about 10 days so I will be bringing some reviews with left hand cars 😁
Love your review, I ordered countryman S. (Full option: 20" panoramic harman privacy glass and add tint front windows and mini tray for storage) 😊 x1 is good but countryman is match for my wife 👌
@@teefafinal4501 congratulations I’m sure she will love it 👍
I went with the JCW Countryman. Mini all the way. I like the fun factor and personality that Mini brings.
Congratulations, I can’t wait to review the new JCW! Let us know how your experience is.
I have a Countryman S All4 on order but not sure if I should go JCW. I'll be happy either way.
I considered both and decided to go with Mini. It is a better price point if you want active cruise and premium features like HK audio and massaging seats. I like the HUD and the only minir issue is a slight lag with the center screen. I expect they will improve the SW over time.
@@ghutchison1 they are both nice vehicles congratulations
Mini all day everyday! Thanks for this video!
@@ozziesmom9186 your welcome
I feel as if the BMW gives the Mini a bad name due to its past mechanical issues. Ultimately I’d go for the mini
I don’t quite follow as the ratings for quality on BMW has increased with it’s reliability plus both are BMW.
You can get massage seats on the driver side only on the Mini, and the BMW doesn’t offer it… not even on a X3. I had a Mini and I love not having a gage cluster in front of me. It can come with head’s up too. They’re using that cloth on the new X3 also!! The Mini is definitely a better deal because they hold their value better than BMWs do.
P.S. I have never gotten a dashboard dirty. I’m sure there’s some special solution from BMW.
@@clbernier2 thanks for your insight and the head up didn’t work in this review 👍
The heads up display is excellent some don’t miss the instrument cluster at all. It has stead, directions, speed limit, infotainment all on the HUD with excellent clarity.
@@HawkeyeRidesit was turned off. If it had been on, the relevant information would have been right in front of you.
@LEGOminiac no this one wouldn’t turn one they told me after it may not have had a pdi
amazing review! Can you please do a comparison between a VW Tiguan and Audi Q5? the best channel!!!
I am looking forward for the new Tiguan and will put it on the list. Thank you Aser I appreciate that
Mini all the way! and as a bonus they come standard with adaptive cruise control, while the BMW is country specific subscription base lol
Thanks for sharing
Good solid review and comparison.
@@guillermopaniagua4723 thank you
The Mini looks fun but I prefer the look of the BMW. I enjoy your videos and it is interesting seeing these models that share the same platform/engine compared side-by-side. Enjoy your trip to Europe.
I wanted to do this review a couple months ago and I was glade to show the difference between them. We bought some motor sport tickets and looking forward to doing some reviews 👍
I do love BMWs but here am going with the characterful Mini.
@@chileshemubanga3594 congrats they are both awesome
The Mini for me. I really want the new Cooper S 2 door though
@@dg7438 they are cool vehicles
Great review Anthony. I did not realize that the Countryman had gotten so big! For me the X1 would be it for sure. The mini just looks bloated to me and the X1 just looks bloated to me. How is everything on your side going? We hit 111 today and I was so glad to stay home. Your trip is coming soon yes? Hope all is well and that your are doing great Anthony
I would go x1 but the m35i. They are both awesome vehicles but the tech in the Bimmer works, I need a driver display lol.
Today went great the dentist appointment was quick, I get a fresh cleaning when I come back from UK, talked with a new team but looks like it will be a little more work before they give the green light and finished up with Hyundai. It was raining on and off so the weather was amazing maybe the high 90s but it had a cool breeze to it. I hope it cools off on your side and it’s good you got to enjoy it inside. My family bought a motor sport event so look like full work vaca but I’m excited. Thanks James
Does the mini come with the spare tire?
It’s extra 💰
Muh bro Anthony, question: can that annoying chime upon starting, can that be turned off on newer cars?
Hey Jeffrey you can turn the sounds off but for review purposes it sounds cool.
A fully loaded JCW is $9K less than X1 M35. $50K vs $59K
@@clbernier2 I explained you will have these saving between the two 👍
I picked mini
They are nice 👍
The x1 is very handsome
They are nice
Ok thanks Anthony
@@jeffreyerickson6766 your welcome Jeffrey
I think driving the top trim MINI would feel more upscale than driving a entry level BMW
For a lower price to boot
Mini does have great value
I'd take the X1, looks more mature
@@ELP1125 I like the x1 style
Super odd that the mini didn't have a hud. The trim below iconic had a drivers pop up hud with the one I test drove.
This was my second Mini review and I keep finding weird things
@@HawkeyeRides maybe there was some sort of setting that had it off when you reviewed. It pops out of the dash in front of the wheel.
@@CenryHavill I know it does but if you watch my first review the center screen didn’t work. This time the hud didn’t work. I’m not so happy with them right now but I’m sure when an update comes it will make it better.
@@HawkeyeRides I wonder if they gave you an early demo model to review. I test drove a demo and the circle screen was running an early update so it was a bit more sluggish. The hud worked though. Would have thought they would give reviewers up to date cars.
@@CenryHavill the first on was one of two but now they have a lot on the lot so when I ask they said it needs a rest and maybe an update
That new interior material on the Mini Countryman is a $350 extra if you don’t want the man-made leather on the ‘25 BMW X3 M50!!!
Thanks for the info
None I’m going with a fully loaded 230i 2 door for just about the same price
@@michaelschneider1365 the 2 is awesome congratulations
BMW x1 is a sorority girl car lol. Get a mini and be cool
They are both nice vehicles 👍
#bmwusa it’s ridiculous you’re selling (both of) these in Miami, Scottsdale, New Orleans, etc. w/out even offering *ventilated seats*
It's still a nice car with room for updates
@@HawkeyeRides that’s fair. something about bmw omitting it from like the whole platform just really put me off. and Munich’s the “you’re” there ha…came in hotter than I meant it.
@YankeeMav it’s cool
I don’t sell any of these vehicles I only review them
@YankeeMav it’s my last name
BMW but wouldn't drive an SUV. Show a BMW "Estate Wagon" sometime.
I would love to but in North America I haven’t seen one in Florida. I am going to Europe in about 10 days so I will be bringing some reviews with left hand cars 😁
@@HawkeyeRidesgreat! That sounds amazing!