My aunt had the 2016 base mini cooper with all the extra trim features such as extra speakers, and white stripes, which she has now passed down to me. she now has this model and it's really nice looking I got to see it in person.
15:07: you can make the floor of the boot flat. The cover for the hidden compartment pops up and lays parallel with the rear seats folded down. I’m sure this new mini will still have that option like previous model years
I was given a brand new 3 door Cooper model from my local BMW dealer for today while my 1 Series was in for a recall and I really like the styling inside and out.. The performance was good but the rear space is non existent for adults, but I didn't care as I was the only one in the car. Great car if you want something fun and different to all of the bland cars that are out there. It was as great to drive on the twisty UK roads as my M Sport 1 Series that I absolutely love driving on these same roads.
This is exactly how I feel- it feels like they’ve lost their fun design spirit- some aspects I like but overall it looks like they just put melted cheese over the previous gen 😥 I’m glad they introduced common sense safety features that have been missing from their lineup for a decade but idk- the want isn’t there like with previous generations - I’m hoping with time I’ll come to appreciate it but we shall see 😭
I drove the 2 door S. It was such a fun drive! I love the infotainment center. All of the customizations and fun drive sold me. Im driving a 2019 civic ex. I ordered my 4 door Cooper S now and can't wait to drive it again. 😅
I’ve had mine for a few months now. My 5th Mini. It’s still quick and handles great. My biggest gripe is that material on the door panels. It’s like a cheese grater if you like to put your arm up there with a t-shirt on! Not a pleasant design at all. Also be aware the “dynamic” cruise control isn’t very dynamic and not the same as adaptive cruise control. Apparently my sales person didn’t known that which was a disappointment to me. I was hoping there would be a software download to get that, all of the sensors are in place, but I’m out of luck with that.
My bad. Years ago when I was buying a car I was looking at getting a JCW Knight Edition but ended up getting an X2 M35i which I regretted it because the Coopers feel more fun to drive
@@soflojoshautoreviewOh! Very interesting. I’ve always loved the look of M2s but haven’t yet driven one. Now I definitely want to compare them. Thanks for the video.
I’m surprised you didn’t speak of the omission of the hood scoop, (which is ok) and the omission of the tailpipes which is a sin in the enthusiast car world. The tail lights don’t match the character of the car….it looks Japanese now. Overall it looks less aggressive. ☹️ Other than that it’s nice, especially the interior.
I actually forgot to mention those two things. I’ll state that disprove that the Hood vent is gone and exhaust outlet. They seem to be keeping those for the JCW models unfortunately.
I don't like what they did. Its a Cooper S and yet looks like a base Mini One like we have here in Europe. Lacks the things that olders Cooper S had that make them special. It's bland.
I fucking hate a lot of these new cars that have pop-up, above the dashboard instrument clusters. Careless, and lazy design. Like the placement was an afterthought. I don’t want to see them in my line of sight. Integrate that shit into the dashboard, already !
"I don’t want to see them in my line of sight" You're pretty short then if it's in your line of sight. Get yourself a booster seat = all your problems gone 😌
Sadly. In Europe you can get a JCW package on the model to feature more aggressive looks but you don’t get an exposed exhaust or hood scoop. The true JCW will have a single center exhaust tip
Open the drivers door and there is nothing that made the previous mini fun and feel special. all there is now is hard plastic everywhere. And a central screen that was on the first minis😒. Better hope that doesn't fail or you wont be able to use any controls in the car. The front being all painted will be a super stone chip magnet. and the back lights🤦♂. Guess i won't be changing my jcw anytime soon.
The exterior looks like a boring electric car with no personality or presence what so ever….. BMW what have you done…..🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️😡😡😡😡 at least the interior is an improvement on the previous generation…
Very much like the Cooper EV that will come out soon in Europe. I’ve noticed that non performance models for the BMW group will have the exhaust hidden while JCW or M performance models will get the Exhaust outlet
Yuck. Souless. Probably the same thugs that beat-up Jaguar went at the formerly chic Mini. The interior looks like a cheap appliance from Walmart. Absolutely no way.
My aunt had the 2016 base mini cooper with all the extra trim features such as extra speakers, and white stripes, which she has now passed down to me. she now has this model and it's really nice looking I got to see it in person.
15:07: you can make the floor of the boot flat. The cover for the hidden compartment pops up and lays parallel with the rear seats folded down. I’m sure this new mini will still have that option like previous model years
It has an adjustable height boot floor in the UK.... guessing it will be the same for you guys too
Thanks to that video, I manifested this car!
Nice!! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
I was given a brand new 3 door Cooper model from my local BMW dealer for today while my 1 Series was in for a recall and I really like the styling inside and out.. The performance was good but the rear space is non existent for adults, but I didn't care as I was the only one in the car. Great car if you want something fun and different to all of the bland cars that are out there. It was as great to drive on the twisty UK roads as my M Sport 1 Series that I absolutely love driving on these same roads.
I love the new gen Minis. They remind me more of the 00s Mini, not as nice as the classic, but still charming, smart and fun!
Great review. Thank you. Can't wait to get one!
Glad that you liked the video!
It looks blue here. But looks green on the website. It’s cute. I like it
I really want to like this but they really dulled down the S. No hood scoop, no center twin exhaust pipes, no paddle shifters or manual. Shame.
Completely valid points. I know for a fact that the Cooper JCW will have the hood scoop, Rear spoiler, one center tailpipe and paddle shifters.
@@soflojoshautoreviewwhen is the jcw out?
No manual anymore 😭
same opinion🤢
This is exactly how I feel- it feels like they’ve lost their fun design spirit- some aspects I like but overall it looks like they just put melted cheese over the previous gen 😥
I’m glad they introduced common sense safety features that have been missing from their lineup for a decade but idk- the want isn’t there like with previous generations - I’m hoping with time I’ll come to appreciate it but we shall see 😭
Nice color-combination
Really good combination!
Absolutely love this new style mini, can’t wait to drive mine when it arrives ❤
Congratulations on ordering one! I’m sure you’ll love it as much as I did driving it
I just ordered mine today 🎉
the interior looks so clean!! does it feel less or more comfortable than the F56??
More comfortable with the new seat design that mini has
Stunning auto
Trying to recreate the classic mini mk1 but it doesn't work
I drove the 2 door S. It was such a fun drive! I love the infotainment center. All of the customizations and fun drive sold me. Im driving a 2019 civic ex. I ordered my 4 door Cooper S now and can't wait to drive it again. 😅
That’s great to hear! Can’t wait till the 4 door comes out! That’s going to be great
@@soflojoshautoreview yup I special ordered mine and it is in production already 🤗
Did the 2-door doors feel long and heavy? Did you have to reach far back for seat belt? I'm debating b/n the 4 and 2 door
@dg7438 it didn't feel heavy , I don't recall reaching back for the seat belt. Go by and check it out. 4 doors are still not out yet though...
I love it, I ordered this color combination except I ordered the blue interior. Comfort plus, Iconic and favoured style
I’ve had mine for a few months now. My 5th Mini. It’s still quick and handles great. My biggest gripe is that material on the door panels. It’s like a cheese grater if you like to put your arm up there with a t-shirt on! Not a pleasant design at all. Also be aware the “dynamic” cruise control isn’t very dynamic and not the same as adaptive cruise control. Apparently my sales person didn’t known that which was a disappointment to me. I was hoping there would be a software download to get that, all of the sensors are in place, but I’m out of luck with that.
Interior reminds me of a Panasonic washing machine 👀
What are you saying around 19:05?? You wanted a JCW and got a JCW but regretted “getting a MINI”? I don’t understand at all
My bad. Years ago when I was buying a car I was looking at getting a JCW Knight Edition but ended up getting an X2 M35i which I regretted it because the Coopers feel more fun to drive
@@soflojoshautoreviewOh! Very interesting. I’ve always loved the look of M2s but haven’t yet driven one. Now I definitely want to compare them. Thanks for the video.
I drove the new X2 M35i and I have a video on my channel if you want to check it out.
These little cars make me turn into an idiot when there's some bends lol, it's like it's teasing you to go quick around corners !
Love it
The size of the current mini cooper...can it still be called a mini?
And this design...
In my eyes, the final version of Mini is stuck at R56.
Front wheel drive… can we drive it in the winter?
With the right tires you can
@@soflojoshautoreview which tire do you recommend for snowy days?
Can the fake exhaust sound at 18:38 be turned off?
Yes
does it have a locking gas cover?
I believe it does
They killed the good design of Mini Cooper S. RIP.😊
Literally the took away all the characteristic design features that I’d hat since the first generation cooper s. A real shame.
It’s gotten so ugly and now it looks like a Tesla inside. At least you can get a HUD, unlike the Tesla.
Bring back the retro dash or no sale
It has lost its beuatiful classical design imo.
noo they got rid of the classic chime 😢
I will show Captain America's shield on the screen which would be great !
....where are the paddle shifters and dual exhaust?
No longer a feature on the S. Paddles will come with the JCW but Exhaust is down to 1 pipe
I’m surprised you didn’t speak of the omission of the hood scoop, (which is ok) and the omission of the tailpipes which is a sin in the enthusiast car world. The tail lights don’t match the character of the car….it looks Japanese now. Overall it looks less aggressive. ☹️ Other than that it’s nice, especially the interior.
I actually forgot to mention those two things. I’ll state that disprove that the Hood vent is gone and exhaust outlet. They seem to be keeping those for the JCW models unfortunately.
No worries…seems like a lot of people didn’t notice they were gone! ✌️
Is this car electric or gas fueled?
@@patoteto2 gas powered. In the US we don’t have the Electric one yet.
It’s gonna have to be a manual transmission. I can’t get into the push button transmission thing.
The chasis isn't the same actually..it's been tweaked to be more refined and comfortable
Same car as the F56 but with less interior quality. Hard plastics all arround. More screens less quality. The way off the future.
Basically that’s what it is! Looks and feels a whole lot better!
I don't like what they did. Its a Cooper S and yet looks like a base Mini One like we have here in Europe. Lacks the things that olders Cooper S had that make them special.
It's bland.
Does this car have massage seats?
On the top option pack.
Yes
I'm sorry I thought I was watching TheTopher for a second...
That’s a compliment! Thank you so much.
You can adjuste the cargo floor to sit flush with the folded seats. 😒
My apologies. I completely forgot to add that in.
Cooper S without visible exhaust, such a shame
I agree wholeheartedly. The JCW will get a single center exhaust
@@soflojoshautoreview that’s good to know ! Was worried about the next JCW…
Totally understand! The JCW should be great though!
No manual anymore kills it for me. I love my R56 cooper s
The R56 will definitely go up in value especially since it’s the last manual.
Doing 36 in a 25 mph school zone.
I fucking hate a lot of these new cars that have pop-up, above the dashboard instrument clusters. Careless, and lazy design.
Like the placement was an afterthought.
I don’t want to see them in my line of sight.
Integrate that shit into the dashboard, already !
"I don’t want to see them in my line of sight"
You're pretty short then if it's in your line of sight. Get yourself a booster seat = all your problems gone 😌
@@Mazeboxx well, he's a perfect specimen of the MeMeMeMe faction
Have you already reported all the incorrectly parked cars on your road?
Gonna keep to my R50
Drives round a 5 degree bend in the road..... "Wow, the handling is amazing"
Can I get a discount if I mention you 😂 I might stop by this dealership. I’m loving this interior.
Que le hicieron a mi muchacho 😢
Νο back dualpipes,no hood scoop ,no pops and bangs, that's not an true S 😢
get a fiesta ST or a I20N
Sadly. In Europe you can get a JCW package on the model to feature more aggressive looks but you don’t get an exposed exhaust or hood scoop. The true JCW will have a single center exhaust tip
Open the drivers door and there is nothing that made the previous mini fun and feel special. all there is now is hard plastic everywhere. And a central screen that was on the first minis😒. Better hope that doesn't fail or you wont be able to use any controls in the car. The front being all painted will be a super stone chip magnet. and the back lights🤦♂. Guess i won't be changing my jcw anytime soon.
Only improvement is infotainment display
There are only a few dealers in the Chicago suburbs. Too bad. Won’t buy one.
Aceman is FWD only, unfortunately.
That’s going to be a dealbreaker for some. I think if they did All4 on that it would eat into Countryman SE Sales.
The exterior looks like a boring electric car with no personality or presence what so ever….. BMW what have you done…..🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️😡😡😡😡 at least the interior is an improvement on the previous generation…
Very much like the Cooper EV that will come out soon in Europe. I’ve noticed that non performance models for the BMW group will have the exhaust hidden while JCW or M performance models will get the Exhaust outlet
So weird
Love the old one the one is crap
Pretending to be a battery car. Absolutely dreadful. RIP Mini
African German designed this car
I don't like it
Yuck. Souless. Probably the same thugs that beat-up Jaguar went at the formerly chic Mini. The interior looks like a cheap appliance from Walmart. Absolutely no way.
Yawn
lol car
Behide seat very bad you can’t put down ur foods
I don't like evolution
Absolutely horrible car what gave they done