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The Mini Cooper has been the cornerstone of the brand since its inception and has been redesigned for 2025. Our experts share their first impressions of the 2025 Mini Cooper S two-door, discussing its performance and whether this fifth-generation model retains the classic British styling, minimalist interior, and unique agility that fans have cherished in previous versions. We also answer viewer questions about DIY insulation for reducing engine noise in older vehicles and the reliability of infotainment touch screens in new cars.
More info on the 2025 Mini Cooper here: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/sports-cars/2025-mini-cooper-review-a4730724572/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
Ratings and test results on every car CR purchases and tests: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Introduction
00:16 - Overview: 2025 Mini Cooper S
02:19 - Classic British Styling
03:38 - Infotainment Touchscreen
07:20 - Driving Experience
09:06 - Stop/Start System
10:34 - Reliability
11:47 - Livability
14:41 - Question #1: How reliable and future-proof are infotainment touchscreens in new cars?
17:30 - Question #2: Is it safe to add insulation to the engine bay of an older vehicle to reduce noise?
21:35 - Question #3: Is the Mini Cooper a practical choice for the Kenyan car market?
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