Owner reviews for the MINI John Cooper Works
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Overall rating 4.5/5
The Mini John Cooper Works (JCW) stands out thanks to its race-bred spirit and everyday usability. Loved for its energetic drive and signature styling, the JCW is the Mini that turns heads while staying reliable for daily duties.
London
Hounslow
Keston
Borehamwood
Hampton
AA finance available
Rainham
West Drayton
Rickmansworth
Leighton Buzzard
West Drayton
Rickmansworth
Leighton Buzzard
Reading
Bury St. Edmunds
Kettering
Doncaster
Doncaster
Kingston-Upon-Hull
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Overall rating 4.5/5The Mini John Cooper Works is designed for drivers seeking hot hatch thrills in a distinctly British-built package. It takes the classic Mini charm and adds real performance – sharper handling, a sporty look and a turbocharged engine. Since 2008, the JCW name has been applied to various Mini models, but the best-known versions are the three-door hatch models from 2015 onwards, with notable updates in 2018 and a facelift in 2021. Compared to rivals like the Ford Fiesta ST or Volkswagen Golf GTI, the Mini JCW feels more exclusive and offers a premium cabin, though its ride is firmer and space is a little tighter. Today, the JCW's winning formula is its blend of character, compact dimensions and BMW-backed reliability.
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