Legend of Mini Cooper

At the core of the MINI Cooper experience, however, is the driving. From the base 121-horsepower, 1.6-liter four-cylinder to the 181-hp turbocharged Cooper S to the 208-hp John Cooper Works, the whole Cooper range is nimble, light, balanced, and entertaining to drive. Steering feel is very good for a front-driver, with minimal torque steer even in the more powerful models. There aren't many cars in the Cooper's class that offer this much fun, and the excitement just grows as you add more power and move up the range. Both the Cooper and Cooper S are available with a choice of six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmissions, while the JCW is only offered with a stick shift. Reviewed by Thecarconnection.com