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MINI John Cooper Works (2025)
Jun 2025 - International First Drive Review
Is the petrol-powered JCW better than the new electric MINI hot hatch?
Is the petrol-powered JCW better than the new electric MINI hot hatch?
MINI John Cooper Works Electric (2025)
May 2025 - International First Drive Review
Can MINI translate the three-door JCW magic into an all-electric alternative?
Can MINI translate the three-door JCW magic into an all-electric alternative?
MINI Aceman John Cooper Works (2025)
May 2025 - International First Drive Review
One of the first two all-electric cars to carry the JCW badge, what’s the hot MINI Aceman like?
One of the first two all-electric cars to carry the JCW badge, what’s the hot MINI Aceman like?
MINI Cooper S Convertible (2025)
Feb 2025 - International First Drive Review
The MINI Convertible has had a major overhaul; we’ve driven the Cooper S.
The MINI Convertible has had a major overhaul; we’ve driven the Cooper S.
MINI Aceman E (2025)
Nov 2024 - International First Drive Review
We’ve sampled the cheaper, shorter-ranged, lower-powered MINI Aceman E.
We’ve sampled the cheaper, shorter-ranged, lower-powered MINI Aceman E.
MINI Aceman SE (2025)
Oct 2024 - International First Drive Review
MINI launches its newest, electric crossover, the compact and angular Aceman.
MINI launches its newest, electric crossover, the compact and angular Aceman.
MINI Cooper SE electric (2024)
May 2024 - International First Drive Review
A new electric MINI Cooper is here with a bigger battery than ever - and a swanky new interior.
A new electric MINI Cooper is here with a bigger battery than ever - and a swanky new interior.
MINI Countryman C petrol (2024)
Mar 2024 - International First Drive Review
Will the most wallet-friendly of the new MINI Countryman models prove as capable as the electric version?
Will the most wallet-friendly of the new MINI Countryman models prove as capable as the electric version?
MINI Countryman SE All4 electric (2024)
Mar 2024 - International First Drive Review
MINI brings the spark of electric power to the Countryman with this 313hp SE All4.
MINI brings the spark of electric power to the Countryman with this 313hp SE All4.
MINI Countryman JCW (2024)
Feb 2024 - International First Drive Review
The high-performance version of MINI's Countryman crossover returns.
The high-performance version of MINI's Countryman crossover returns.
MINI 5-door Cooper S (2021)
May 2021 - International First Drive Review
To celebrate two decades of the 'new' MINI, it has been facelifted. Here's the Cooper S.
To celebrate two decades of the 'new' MINI, it has been facelifted. Here's the Cooper S.
MINI Cooper S Sidewalk Convertible (2020)
Nov 2020 - Irish Review
A convertible in Ireland? Are we mad? This pricey MINI ragtop has a few things going for it...
A convertible in Ireland? Are we mad? This pricey MINI ragtop has a few things going for it...
MINI John Cooper Works GP (2020)
Oct 2020 - International First Drive Review
Third time around, and the latest MINI GP has been at the Loopy Juice.
Third time around, and the latest MINI GP has been at the Loopy Juice.
MINI John Cooper Works
Jun 2020 - Irish Review
MINI’s JCW hot hatch feels every bit the works.
MINI’s JCW hot hatch feels every bit the works.
MINI Electric Hatch (2020)
Apr 2020 - Irish Review
Don't fret about the range, as the MINI Electric is one of the most engaging EVs of the moment.
Don't fret about the range, as the MINI Electric is one of the most engaging EVs of the moment.
MINI Clubman JCW (2020)
Jul 2019 - International First Drive Review
The MINI Clubman John Cooper Works has the performance, but can it provide genuine thrills?
The MINI Clubman John Cooper Works has the performance, but can it provide genuine thrills?
MINI Cooper S 60 Years Edition (2019)
May 2019 - International First Drive Review
MINI celebrates its diamond jubilee with a special edition Cooper S. Is it more than just a paint-and-stickers job, though?
MINI celebrates its diamond jubilee with a special edition Cooper S. Is it more than just a paint-and-stickers job, though?
MINI Cooper S Convertible
Mar 2018 - International First Drive Review
The revised, open-top version of the MINI Cooper S is put through its paces.
The revised, open-top version of the MINI Cooper S is put through its paces.
MINI Cooper S
Mar 2018 - International First Drive Review
Facelift time for the Mk3 MINI. How good is the updated new hatchback model in Cooper S form?
Facelift time for the Mk3 MINI. How good is the updated new hatchback model in Cooper S form?
MINI Countryman Cooper S E ALL4
Mar 2018 - Irish Review
Biggest MINI gains part-electric power, but is it frugal enough?
Biggest MINI gains part-electric power, but is it frugal enough?
MINI Countryman Cooper S E ALL4
May 2017 - International First Drive Review
MINI introduces its first hybrid production model in the form of the Cooper S E Countryman ALL4.
MINI introduces its first hybrid production model in the form of the Cooper S E Countryman ALL4.
MINI John Cooper Works Countryman
Apr 2017 - International First Drive Review
MINI hopes to define the hot crossover market with John Cooper Works Countryman.
MINI hopes to define the hot crossover market with John Cooper Works Countryman.
MINI Countryman Cooper SD ALL4
Mar 2017 - Irish Review
Fast diesel version of MINI's Countryman aims to combine fun with frugality, but the price is hard to stomach.
Fast diesel version of MINI's Countryman aims to combine fun with frugality, but the price is hard to stomach.
MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4
Jan 2017 - International First Drive Review
New MINI Countryman looks the same as before, but is bigger and more practical inside. Great quality and fun to drive, but it's expensive.
New MINI Countryman looks the same as before, but is bigger and more practical inside. Great quality and fun to drive, but it's expensive.
MINI John Cooper Works Clubman
Dec 2016 - International First Drive Review
MINI's new John Cooper Works Clubman aims high, but can it deliver?
MINI's new John Cooper Works Clubman aims high, but can it deliver?
MINI 5-door Cooper Seven
Oct 2016 - Irish Review
The MINI 5-door will suit those that love the MINI and want more space, but what's this 'Seven' version all about?
The MINI 5-door will suit those that love the MINI and want more space, but what's this 'Seven' version all about?
MINI Cooper S Convertible
Aug 2016 - Irish Review
Like MINIs? Like having the wind in your hair? Like going quite fast? The MINI Cooper S Convertible could be for you.
Like MINIs? Like having the wind in your hair? Like going quite fast? The MINI Cooper S Convertible could be for you.
MINI John Cooper Works Challenge
Jul 2016 - International First Drive Review
MINI dials up the intensity on its already exciting John Cooper Works with the limited edition Challenge car.
MINI dials up the intensity on its already exciting John Cooper Works with the limited edition Challenge car.
MINI Clubman ALL4
May 2016 - International First Drive Review
MINI's quirky Clubman estate gets the option of four-wheel drive.
MINI's quirky Clubman estate gets the option of four-wheel drive.
MINI John Cooper Works Convertible
May 2016 - International First Drive Review
Like the 231hp JCW MINI, but fancy some wind in your hair? Your prayers have been answered.
Like the 231hp JCW MINI, but fancy some wind in your hair? Your prayers have been answered.
MINI Cooper Convertible
Feb 2016 - International First Drive Review
New MINI Cooper Convertible kicks off the new drop-top range.
New MINI Cooper Convertible kicks off the new drop-top range.
MINI Cooper S Convertible
Feb 2016 - International First Drive Review
The fourth generation MINI Convertible arrives in time for summer. Let's hope we get one this year...
The fourth generation MINI Convertible arrives in time for summer. Let's hope we get one this year...
MINI Clubman Cooper S
Jan 2016 - Irish Review
The MINI Clubman is bigger, more luxurious and more practical. Still good fun though, even if it is very expensive now.
The MINI Clubman is bigger, more luxurious and more practical. Still good fun though, even if it is very expensive now.
MINI Clubman Cooper S
Sep 2015 - International First Drive Review
A more mature outlook leads to our favourite MINI yet, the new Clubman estate.
A more mature outlook leads to our favourite MINI yet, the new Clubman estate.
MINI 5 door Cooper SD
Aug 2015 - Irish Review
It might be the MINI for grown-ups, but an extra set of doors doesn't mean less fun.
It might be the MINI for grown-ups, but an extra set of doors doesn't mean less fun.
MINI John Cooper Works
May 2015 - International First Drive Review
More power, more kit and more fun from MINI’s range-topping John Cooper Works.
More power, more kit and more fun from MINI’s range-topping John Cooper Works.
MINI 5 door Cooper D
Feb 2015 - Irish Review
Can a five-door MINI still be a MINI? It's in Ireland now.
Can a five-door MINI still be a MINI? It's in Ireland now.
MINI Cooper D
Oct 2014 - Irish Review
The all-new MINI Cooper D is now on sale, and it's utterly brilliant.
The all-new MINI Cooper D is now on sale, and it's utterly brilliant.
MINI 5 door Cooper S
Sep 2014 - International First Drive Review
The MINI 5 door will sell well, though perhaps not in Cooper S guise in this part of the world.
The MINI 5 door will sell well, though perhaps not in Cooper S guise in this part of the world.
MINI 5 door Cooper SD
Sep 2014 - International First Drive Review
Looks aside, the MINI 5 door makes a lot of sense, even in Cooper SD guise.
Looks aside, the MINI 5 door makes a lot of sense, even in Cooper SD guise.
MINI Countryman
Jul 2014 - International First Drive Review
Mild upgrades mark out the mid-life facelifted MINI Countryman - we drive a hot Cooper S ALL4 version.
Mild upgrades mark out the mid-life facelifted MINI Countryman - we drive a hot Cooper S ALL4 version.
MINI Paceman John Cooper Works
Jul 2014 - International First Drive Review
MINI's contentious coupé-crossover receives some mild updates for 2014.
MINI's contentious coupé-crossover receives some mild updates for 2014.
MINI ALL4 Racing
Apr 2014 - Exclusive Test in the Sand Dunes
We've driven the Dakar-winning ALL4 Racing, based (kind of) on the MINI Countryman.
We've driven the Dakar-winning ALL4 Racing, based (kind of) on the MINI Countryman.
MINI Cooper D
Mar 2014 - International First Drive Review
An all-new three-cylinder diesel engine to go with the rest of the new MINI.
An all-new three-cylinder diesel engine to go with the rest of the new MINI.
MINI Cooper
Jan 2014 - International First Drive Review
Looks like the all-new MINI Cooper could be the sweet spot in the range.
Looks like the all-new MINI Cooper could be the sweet spot in the range.
MINI Cooper S
Jan 2014 - International First Drive Review
All-new MINI Cooper S to take on the junior hot hatch establishment.
All-new MINI Cooper S to take on the junior hot hatch establishment.
MINI Paceman
Oct 2013 - Irish Review
Has BMW/MINI finally gone a niche too far? We try out the MINI Paceman on Irish roads.
Has BMW/MINI finally gone a niche too far? We try out the MINI Paceman on Irish roads.
MINI Countryman Camp concept
Jul 2013 - Concept Car Review
We go camping in a one-off MINI creation based on the Countryman. Very camp...
We go camping in a one-off MINI creation based on the Countryman. Very camp...
MINI Paceman John Cooper Works
Feb 2013 - International First Drive Review
MINI's Paceman gets a shot in the arm in John Cooper Works specification.
MINI's Paceman gets a shot in the arm in John Cooper Works specification.
MINI John Cooper Works GP
Feb 2013 - Irish Review
The MINI 'GP2' isn't the most powerful hot hatch around, but you'd never believe it.
The MINI 'GP2' isn't the most powerful hot hatch around, but you'd never believe it.
MINI Clubvan
Jan 2013 - Irish Review
Fresh egg salesmen need not apply, but everyone else will love the new MINI van.
Fresh egg salesmen need not apply, but everyone else will love the new MINI van.
MINI Paceman
Nov 2012 - International First Drive Review
Cheap Evoque or less practical Countryman? Here's the MINI Paceman.
Cheap Evoque or less practical Countryman? Here's the MINI Paceman.
MINI John Cooper Works GP
Nov 2012 - Quick Spin
We've driven the fastest MINI ever, the new JCW GP - or GP2 to those in the know...
We've driven the fastest MINI ever, the new JCW GP - or GP2 to those in the know...
MINI John Cooper Works Countryman
Sep 2012 - International First Drive Review
We've driven the 218hp, four-wheel drive John Cooper Works Countryman crossover.
We've driven the 218hp, four-wheel drive John Cooper Works Countryman crossover.
MINI Roadster Cooper S
Feb 2012 - International First Drive Review
The Roadster may not be so suited to Irish weather, but it's the coolest MINI yet.
The Roadster may not be so suited to Irish weather, but it's the coolest MINI yet.
MINI Coupe (pre-production)
Jun 2011 - International First Drive Review
We've got behind the wheel of a pre-production version of the MINI Coupé.
We've got behind the wheel of a pre-production version of the MINI Coupé.
MINI Hatch
Aug 2010 - International First Drive Review
Revisions to the MINI range, including ultra-clean diesel engines, arrive in September; we've driven it.
Revisions to the MINI range, including ultra-clean diesel engines, arrive in September; we've driven it.
MINI Countryman
Aug 2010 - International First Drive Review
MINI has just entered the crossover market with its new Countryman. But is it really a MINI?
MINI has just entered the crossover market with its new Countryman. But is it really a MINI?
MINI Countryman
May 2010 - Prototype Review
CompleteCar.ie gets behind the wheel of MINI's new SUV, the Countryman.
CompleteCar.ie gets behind the wheel of MINI's new SUV, the Countryman.
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