I've always loved the old British MINIs, and when the Countryman came out, I thought it was too good to be true! Since we have two kids, I didn't thing a standard Cooper would be big enough, but the Countryman is perfect and sexy! First of all, people who buy automatic transmission cars should not buy a MINI. They are meant to be performance vehicles, and they are definitely way more fun to drive with a manual transmission! I am a woman, and even I know its a travesty to opt for a transmission when buying a motor like this! My only two negatives are relatively minor things: the cup holders are in a bad spot where you often can't comfortably fit a drink (especially when driving manual) and the visors are two small to really be helpful in blocking the sun if its coming from the side. Other than that - this car is the best!! And you would not believe how many strangers come up to me and ask about it all the time! If you want average, go get a Camry. If you want something you will love driving, get a MINI!

It's a nice car, it's cute and small and looks very elegant. I like the design, it gives a sleek and sophisticated impression. It's very small though and might not be suitable for stuff like family trips/vacations, but it's nice and comfortable. It seats five people, two in the front, three in the back but not necessarily five people's luggage if you're planning a longer trip. It drives very well, fast, but is a little louder than I'd like, it's a very small car but sounds like a big car starting up.

The Mini Cooper Clubman works great as an entry level vehicle for people new to the MINI brand. While having the stylings of a regular MINI, it has some of the features of a larger sedan or wagon, with four doors and plenty of cargo space. However, one thing lacks on the standard model, and that is power. While their is a turbo that comes standard with the vehicle and a "sport" mode, this MINI is not as zippy and quick as its more classic counterpart, the Hardtop.