You have to admire the marketing genius. BMW, with its reputation for build quality and dynamic excellence fully in play, reinvents the most brilliantly packaged car in history as… the worst packaged car of modern times. And yet still makes it a huge success. Terrific fun, but threatened by estate agent overkill.

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Review: Mini Cooper John Cooper Works

It delivers exactly what it promises: an unapologetic, character-filled hot hatch that doesn’t try to please everyone.

Mini Cooper S
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Review: Mini Cooper S 5-Door

The Mini Cooper S isn’t perfect; it has its flaws. Look past that, though, and it’s hard not to love it.

First Drive: Mini Aceman
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First Drive: Mini Aceman

Mini diversified its lineup with its new Aceman. It's a bold entry, albeit a bit too minimalist.

Countryman S
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Review: MINI Countryman S ALL4

Functional meets fun

Mini reveals its philosophy for future performance
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Mini reveals its philosophy for future performance

Mini claims its new line-up of performance vehicles will meet enthusiast demands in both ICE and electric.

Mini Countryman C
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Review: Mini Countryman C

Big and bold Countryman

First Drive: MINI Countryman
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First Drive: MINI Countryman

Does the new Countryman still have the brand ethos of the compact British brand?

Mini Countryman with JCW trim undergoes testing
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Mini Countryman with JCW trim undergoes testing

In JCW trim, it gives the sub-compact SUV a sportier look.

The cars coming to SA in 2024
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The cars coming to SA in 2024

We give you an early look at the cars that are scheduled to arrive in the upcoming year.

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