MSRP range: $27,400 – $35,900
2023 MINI Hardtop 2 Door Review
Pros
- All engines blend quickness and fuel efficiency
- Nimble handling helps keep the Hardtop glued to the road
- Many available add-ons allow for personalization
- Upscale interior
Cons
- Ride can be stiff and choppy, especially with larger wheels
- Gas-powered Hardtop is pricier than most rivals
- Rear seats are a vestigial appendage
- Android Auto is not offered
What’s new
- A new Resolute Edition debuts with exclusive paint and interior colors
- Last year’s Classic and Signature Plus subtrims have been discontinued
- Minor shuffling of features between trim levels
- Part of the third Hardtop generation introduced for 2014
Considering how much time we spend in our cars, doesn’t it make sense to choose a vehicle that makes us happy? If you’re looking to add some fun and personality to your commute, we suggest the 2023 Mini Cooper 2 Door. This spritely little hatchback inherits a lot of the charm of the original Minis from the 1960s, infused with modern engineering and technology from parent company BMW.
Coming off a styling refresh last year, the Mini Cooper 2 Door returns with only minor changes, including a new Resolute Edition that only brings some color palette revisions. There are also some feature content changes that may evolve over the year as supply chain issues persist. You can count on the Mini Cooper to continue to offer its unique blend of playfulness and performance.
The Mini Cooper 2 Door is showing its age, though, as it was last redesigned nine years ago. In that time, more refined, comfortable and convenient hatchback rivals have come and gone. We suggest checking out newer competitors that include the Mazda 3, Honda Civic and Volkswagen GTI before committing to a new Mini. These fresher alternatives are easier to live with and benefit from newer technology features, but they lack the Mini’s personality. Add in its many customization options and the Mini should attract even more extroverts, but keep an eye on how those pricey options affect the bottom line.
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MINI Hardtop 2 Door models
The 2023 Mini Hardtop 2 Door comes in three main trim levels. The gas-powered Minis include the Cooper, Cooper S and John Cooper Works (JCW). Mini also offers the all-electric Cooper SE. From there, you can pick subtrim packages such as Signature and Iconic. Smaller packages can also be added, giving the Hardtop a high level of customization in both appearance and features.
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