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Mini

Latest news and reviews of Mini cars in the UK, plus featured articles and discussions about Mini in The Car Expert community forum.

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New Mini Electric launched at Oxford factory

10 July 2019

The Mini Electric, the company's first fully-electric model, has been unveiled at the car-maker’s Oxford factory.

Car industry news

Britain’s best-selling cars – June 2019

8 July 2019

June was a hot month for hatches, with nine of the top ten models being hatchbacks. Here are the ten best-selling cars in the UK for June 2019.

Model update

Mini teases upcoming John Cooper Works GP model

25 June 2019

Mini teased its new John Cooper Works GP hot hatch model at the famous Nurburgring 24-hour race last weekend.

Model update

Mini Countryman and Clubman JCW models updated

15 May 2019

Mini has updated two performance models in its line-up – the John Cooper Works Clubman and John Cooper Works Countryman.

Car ownership advice

Audi and Suzuki dealers lead the way for customer service

12 April 2019

The annual J.D. Power Customer Service Index has been published today, which rates customer satisfaction with their service experience at a franchised dealership.

Model update

Mini limited edition celebrates 60 years

16 January 2019

Mini is celebrating 60 years since the introduction of the iconic original Mini hatch with an appropriately-titled limited edition – the 60 Years Edition.

Model update

Mini John Cooper Works models updated

21 December 2018

Mini has revealed new versions of its three-door hatchback and convertible John Cooper Works models that meet latest emissions regulations.

Car industry news

Car manufacturers facing ‘massive’ CO2 fines

7 December 2018

Nearly two-thirds of top car manufacturers are facing 'massive' CO2 fines, according to new research due to be published today.

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Latest Mini reviews

Mini Cooper S hatch test drive

Car reviews 4 April 2018

The new Mini isn’t a big change, but the updates help freshen up what’s now a four-year-old car. The result is eye-catching and feels premium.

MINI Countryman review

Car reviews

7.8

While remaining a divisive model, the new Mini Countryman is a major advance on its predecessor, particularly in terms of interior space.

Mini 5-door hatch review

Car reviews 3 November 2014

What is it? New five-door variant of the latest MINI. Key features: Two extra doors, longer wheelbase, full engine range.

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Articles featuring Mini

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New cars to look forward to in 2019

2 January 2019

We've rounded up a healthy mix of both sensible and sensational new cars coming in 2019 for you to sink your teeth into.

Car buying advice

The best hot hatches for under £10k

27 October 2018

Britain loves a hot hatch, so we’ve picked out some of the best hot hatches you can find on the used market for less than £10K.

Car buying advice

Latest car subscription service offerings

22 July 2018

Car ownership is morphing into usership, and car manufacturers are introducing subscription service plans to keep new car sales flowing.

Car culture

2018 London Motor Show preview

3 May 2018

This month the London Motor Show returns, with a host of brand new cars for visitors to view, touch and sit in over the course of four days.

Car buying advice

Mini Cooper tops used car charts for January

15 February 2018

The 2017 MINI Cooper hatch was the fastest-selling used car in January according to data from Auto Trader.

Car buying advice

Building the Best of British

11 February 2018

Car manufacturing is a powerhouse of the British economy. We look at all the cars that are built right here in Britain and exported to the world.

Mini in the forum

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- Mini One, 05. Engine warning light on and now off. Need checking?
  Started by: Ella Hughes in: Technical Discussions
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- 2 weeks, 5 days ago
  Stuart Masson
- Right to reject a car delivered damaged (Mini)
  Started by: Tony in: Buying a Car
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- 10 months, 4 weeks ago
  Stuart Masson
- Used car rejection (Mini Cooper)
  Started by: Daniel Clarke in: Buying a Car
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- 11 months ago
  Stuart Masson
- VED £40K list price problem
  Started by: Edward Davies in: New and News
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- 12 months ago
  Stuart Masson
- Mini Cooper S 2006
  Started by: Damien in: Car Reviews
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- 1 year, 1 month ago
  Damien
- Best first car – Toyota Yaris or MINI?
  Started by: Jack in: Buying a Car
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- 2 years ago
  Stuart Masson
- MOT Advisory Notice – MINI
  Started by: Georgina in: Buying a Car
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- 2 years ago
  Stuart Masson
- Opinions on whether to buy a discontinued model
  Started by: Lauren in: Buying a Car
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- 2 years, 2 months ago
  Stuart Masson
- MINI PCP excess mileage options
  Started by: Chris Moody in: Car finance
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- 2 years, 4 months ago
  Stuart Masson
- First Roadster
  Started by: Eugene Zekai in: Buying a Car
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- 2 years, 6 months ago
  Stuart Masson
- Bought a car week ago
  Started by: John marton in: Buying a Car
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- 2 years, 8 months ago
  Stuart Masson
- HPI Outstanding finance help
  Started by: Chris J in: Car finance
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- 2 years, 11 months ago
  Stuart Masson
- 2002 Mini Cooper
  Started by: riverside50 in: Technical Discussions
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- 3 years, 10 months ago
  Stuart Masson
- Brake Pad/Disc Replacement Under PCP
  Started by: – none – in: Car finance
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- 2
- 4 years, 9 months ago
  Stuart Masson

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