The front-wheel-drive Mini Hardtop and Convertible are fun-to-drive small cars with a reputation for agility and parkability. The hatchback seats up to five, and the convertible has room for four.  The base engine is a 134-horsepower, turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder; a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder rated at 189 or 228 hp is available. A six-speed manual transmission is standard, and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic or an eight-speed automatic are optional. Competitors include the Volkswagen Golf GTI and Hyundai Veloster.