The gear ratios demand constant dithering between second and third, the boot space is tiny and backseat passengers will struggle for access and legroom. The new Mini remains a mighty fashion statement. Drive one of these around town and you could be the new Twiggy - fashionable, chic and more stylish than a businessman in a posh Porsche. You'll certainly turn more heads, for a few months at least. This launch is not a nostalgia trip.
New Mini has to go forward and earn a heritage and status for itself.
Whether that image and a three-door supermini is worth the five figure price tag is still likely to be more of a deciding factor for most car buyers. Newslink Ltd. All rights reserved.