THE words “big” and “Mini” still look odd together, but one blast in the John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4 Sport is enough to make the contradiction disappear in a haze of exhaust noise and grins. This is the biggest Mini yet — taller, wider, roomier — and yet somehow it hasn’t lost that mischievous, go-kart soul that’s defined the brand … Read the rest
FOLLOWING the positive feedback on the one-off presented in summer 2022, MINI is going ahead with a small series of all-electric MINI Convertible (power consumption combined: 17.2 kWh/62 miles according to WLTP; combined CO2 emissions: 0 g/km, Energy Consumption – 3.6 miles/kWh), representing another big step in the direction of electric mobility.
“Three years ago, we launched the MINI … Read the rest
IF you’re after a sporty, small-to-medium-sized SUV that also provides 4-wheel-drive then you’re a little spoilt for choice at the moment, with the likes of the Cupra Ateca, the Volkswagen T-Roc R and the Audi SQ2.
However, if you also want a touch of iconic style and individuality then you really should consider the Mini Countryman John Cooper Works (JCW). You’ll probably … Read the rest
An oversight on the car-choice front recently found me driving a tiny Toyota Aygo X-Press – with Mrs B and Mrs B’s mum aboard – up to Penrith for a 5-day stay at Center Parcs. And yes, luggage was included too although, thankfully, no bikes.
I was a little … Read the rest
