For drivers who want their retro British hatchback with modern-day electric driving range, the 2020 Mini Cooper S E is a car worth waiting for. The EV shares its shape with the iconic two-door Mini Cooper Hardtop and should be just as spunky. Look for the Cooper S E to go on sale in early 2020.
The 2020 Mini Cooper is a fun and funky small hatchback that trades practicality and value for character and quality.
Pros Playful like a puppy German-backed quality British character Loads of customizable options
Cons Limited interior space Gets expensive fast Overly kitschy to many Cramped cargo space
BMW has made a number of features standard across the X1 lineup this year, including driver-assistance features such as forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, parking sensors, and automatic high-beam headlamps. Navigation with real-time traffic updates is also now included, as is Apple CarPlay, but for some reason BMW requires an annual fee for that normally free feature after the first year.
Pros Sweetheart engine and transmission, athletic chassis, capacious cargo hold.
Cons Unsupportive standard seats, slow infotainment system, subtle exterior styling.
The 2019 BMW X1 crossover is the right shape and the right price for entry luxury buyers willing to overlook some flaws.
pros Good powertrain Spacious cargo area Standard automatic emergency braking Available all-wheel drive...
Cons ...but it’s pricey, like everything else Styling is aged Budget materials in lower trims Why ask more for CarPlay?
The 2019 BMW X1 comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.Navigation with real-time traffic, one year of Apple CarPlay and remote services are now standard.Active driver aids — such as forward collision warning, lane departure warning and high-beam assistant - are now standard.
PROS Strong and responsive turbo engine Sharp handling makes it fun to drive Plenty of rear passenger and cargo room High-quality materials and fit and finish
CONS Standard sport suspension may be jarring on rough roads Not particularly quiet on the highway
