
It’s been nearly a quarter of a century since the ‘new’ Mini came onto the scene. BMW’s take on a British classic mixed, and continues to mix, retro and modern with a ‘cheeky’ attitude and a charming drive. Over the years, it’s evolved to the point where ‘Mini’ isn’t simply a hatch but a brand all of its own with sporty, economical, practical, and, in the years gone by, one that looked oddly like a cycling helmet.