For The JCW delivers awesome mid-range thrust, while its exhaust pops and bangs addictively – especially when the car is in Sport mode.
Against The ride is so firm that nasty bumps can bounce the car off-line and send shudders through its cabin and steering wheel.
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The Cooper S is significantly cheaper than this JCW model and it’s slightly more supple ride means it’s actually more fun more of the time. It’s where our money would go.
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Buyer's notes
Target Price team says:
The Mini Roadster range doesn’t really have trim levels as such. Instead, there are four models that feature different engines, but the same basic kit.
All models get a part-electric roof as standard and this folds neatly behind the seats without impinging on boot space. As a bonus, it can be operated at speeds of up to 20mph, although it takes a bit of muscle to clip it to the top of the windscreen.
Whichever version of the Roadster you buy, consider taking out one of the two low-cost, fixed-price servicing packages: tlc and tlc xl. The first of these covers all scheduled servicing for five years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first) and the second for eight years or 80,000 miles.
Reader test team says:
Mini Roadster Roadster 1.6 Cooper 2dr
I've had this car, with auto box & chilli pack, for a month. It looks great & the handling is excellent especially in sport mode when the steering…
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Mini Roadster Roadster 1.6T Cooper S 2dr
In Cooper S form, the Mini Roadster is a fast and flexible performer that’s well worth considering.
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