PROS EV-specific design makes for roomy interior Claimed battery range of up to 316 miles Costs from £31,085 after plug-in car grant
CONS You've a little while to wait yet...
Pros Spacious cabin and huge boot Decent to drive and good range too Very good all-rounder
Cons Won't set to pulse racing Laggy infotainment Options should be cheaper in a Skoda
Pros Spacious, keenly priced, good tech, refinement and range
Cons Ride could be plusher. Will it actually do 300 miles in the real world?
No small city car has as much charm or is as much fun to drive as the 2021 Mini Cooper.
Pros Adorbs Quirky fun interior Fun to drive Customization comes easy Manual is back
Cons Cramped cargo area Cramped rear seats Dwarfed by other cars Can be kitschy Can be expensive
The 2021 MINI Cooper's #5 ranking is based on its score within the Subcompact Cars category. Currently the MINI Cooper has a score of 7.7 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 36 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Nimble handling Energetic engines Stylish cabin Good predicted reliability rating
Cons Significantly more expensive than its classmates Below-average cargo capacity Worse fuel economy than rivals
Manual-transmission Minis took a hiatus recently, but the six-speed stick is once again available for 2021 Cooper and Cooper S models, including the three- and five-door Hardtop models in addition to the convertible.
Pros Fun handling, distinctive design, lots of customization possibilities.
Cons Cramped interior, costly options, uncomfortable ride.
