I've always been a big fan of Mini since the era of fuel-powered cars. However, even the fuel-powered Cooper S would cost nearly over 200,000 yuan when fully on the road, which was quite a financial burden. This time, I was torn between the Artist Edition and the Classic Edition for a long time. The optional packages of the 2025 models were not satisfactory. The head-up display was still the same as it was a few years ago, which seemed rather pointless. The power seats were dispensable, and the driver assistance system didn't seem very useful either. Isn't the reason we buy a Mini to experience the most authentic driving pleasure? In the end, I settled for the entry-level Classic Edition in Cloud Grey.
The driving experience is really great. Compared with the cars worth over 100,000 yuan that I've driven before, it's in a different league. The acceleration is more than enough for urban commuting.
In terms of range, I've driven 129 kilometers so far. My power consumption is generally in the range of 10¨C11 kWh/100km, and the battery has dropped by about 35%. I calculated that the full - charge range is about 368 kilometers. To be honest, considering that ternary lithium batteries can't be fully charged, the actual range might be only over 200 kilometers. It depends on personal views, but fortunately, I have a charging facility at home.
Overall, Mini has brought me great emotional value. It's more than enough for my 20 - kilometer round - trip commute to and from work. If you like it, just go ahead and buy it. What's there to hesitate about?