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Retro model is triumph of style and driving fun

The MINI is a motoring phenomenon, pure and simple. No other car mixes such desirability, fun and affordability – which explains why the brand enjoys resale values that are among the industry’s strongest.

It’s one of the best cars not only in the supermini class, but at any price – and the best news is that it’s built in Cowley, Oxon. All models combine retro looks and a unique cabin to deliver a package full of charm. Yet there’s substance to the MINI, too, as it’s all backed up by great dynamics.

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Although the storming John Cooper Works model is one of our favourite hot hatches, the MINI is not all about performance. This Cooper is an excellent all-rounder, and even the entry One is fun to drive and full of character. There’s even a diesel, fuel-saving stop-start technology and the Clubman estate. MINI also pioneered the trend for personalisation, so owners can choose from endless accessories.

The brand’s success isn’t solely down to the cars – the ownership experience is brilliantly thought out. The tlc servicing packages are market-leading, and if you can’t afford a new model, the Cherished used car programme is one of the best in the business. These attributes explain why the MINI has become a global hit. Best in Britain? Best in the world more like.

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