Our Fleet Test Drive: Mini 5-door hatchback 4th report

Date: 23 April 2015   |   Author:

Equipment: Six-airbags, cruise control, Mini Connected, air-con, DAB, USB, aux, Bluetooth, 8.8 inch display, front and rear Isofix, tyre repair kit or spacesaver, heated mirrors Options: Media XL pack £1175, Chili pack £2250, 17-inch alloys £450, Bonnet stripes £80, Chrome Line interior £110, Heated seats, £215, Rear parking sensors £260, LED headlights with cornering £695 Why we're running it: To find out if the Mini is the best five-door premium supermini available for corporate drivers

Many journalists talk of 'vague' steering input when talking about cars that have switched from hydraulic to electrically assisted power steering, but the Mini has made the transition brilliantly.

The steering is really well weighted, with every input on the wheel feeling directly linked to the wheels on the tarmac. The five-door is a pleasure to drive as a result, even if the ride is a bit crashy on its 17-inch alloys. The fact the Mini is so fun to drive is a nice trump card for the five-door, as it's more engaging than its closest rival, the Audi A1.

Verdict
	Much more practical than the three-door		Still way off the official MPG

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