Mini Cooper 160kW SE Classic 54kWh 3dr Auto Review
Category: Small car
Section: Version review
The model
Read full Mini Cooper reviewThe Mini 3-door Hatch is a hugely desirable small car that has plenty of substance to match its style. We’d recommend a peppy yet frugal Cooper in Exclusive trim to make the most of its biggest strength, its well-appointed interior. It's disappointing that automatic emergency braking is optional, and it's worth pointing out that there are plenty of safer small cars. If practicality is high on your list of must-haves, though, we’d point you in the direction of the even more impressive Audi A1.
The trim
See full equipmentClassic is the entry-level trim and offers relatively little in the way of personalisation options. You do get a Level 1 equipment package upgrade as standard with the Cooper SE, though.
The engine
See full engine specsIf you can afford it, this Cooper SE version is worth the extra. It has a longer range than the entry-level Cooper E (officially up to 250 miles) and offers slightly faster acceleration.