2017 Mini Cooper vs 2018

What's the difference?

Looking for something a bit special? Well Minis are certainly that. Not only does the brand have iconic British roots (greying slightly by now) but under the scalp they are prestige cars, made by BMW. They also  offer quirky, cutesy styling that is probably not going to be everybody’s cup of Earl Grey. They truly are a bit special, in several sense of the word.

What's even more special is this limited-edition Mini, which is part of a run of just 400 produced specifically for Australia. The Mini Seven package is available for the Mini 3-Door Hatch and 5-Door Hatch and at the time of publishing only a handful of cars were left at dealerships.

Explore the 2014, 2015, and 2016 Mini Cooper range

Mini Cooper 2014 review

Mini Cooper S 2014 review

Mini Cooper Hatch 2014 review

Mini Cooper 2015 review

Mini Cooper S 2015 review

Mini Cooper 5-Door 2015 review

Mini Cooper S 5-Door 2015 review

Mini John Cooper Works hatch 2016 review

Mini Cooper Convertible 2016 review

Mini Cooper S Convertible 2016 review

Mini Cabrio John Cooper Works auto convertible 2016 review

Mini Cabrio John Cooper Works manual convertible 2016 review

So, what is a Mini Cooper Seven? And what’s the ‘Seven’ part all about? Is it worth the extra money? And just how special is it? We found out after piloting the 3-Door Mini Cooper Seven for a week.

I want to hug you. Or maybe we could just high five if you’re uncomfortable with the whole hugging thing. Why? You’re looking at buying a Mini Hatch or Convertible, that’s why. And that’s not a decision somebody makes lightly.

See, Minis are small, but they’re not cheap; and they’re so different looking that if they were a fish many people would throw it back if they caught one. But for those brave enough to buy a Mini the rewards these little cars will give you in return could make you a fan for life. 

So, what are those rewards? What are the downsides you really should know about? And what did we learn about the new Mini Hatch and Convertible at their Australian launch recently?