MINI Cooper C 5-Door

Test Drove the Mini Cooper C 5-Door on 27 July. Comparing the F55 Mini Cooper 5-Door and this F65 Mini Cooper 5-Door, the differences are night and day. Obviously the cockpit layout is different. It's now back to the traditional display in the middle like the old minis. There's an additional Heads-Up-Display for the driver.

The 1.5L B38 turbo engine is more powerful this time around. The F65 responds faster and quicker than the previous generation F55. The DCT programming is much more refined as well, adding to the sporty go-kart feel.

The suspension is the biggest talking point for me on the F65 when comparing the F55. The F55's felt more raw and much more unsettled driving over bumps and road imperfections. You can feel it in your spine. In comparison to the F65, the ride comfort is noticeably more refined. Going over bumps and road imperfections are less jarring while still keeping the go-kart handling and feel. Overall the F65 is much more comfortable to drive over longer distances.