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I have a Mini Cooper (3 door hatchback, 3rd gen - 2015). We are also a couple, and it is practical enough for us as (a) a daily runabout, and (b) a surprisingly comfy and effective distance car. While being (c) a joy to drive - it still actually does put a smile on my face after 18 months.
IMO all cars are a compromise, it's just a question of you identifying what your priorities are. A Jazz compromises (again, IMO) style and fun for massively practical carrying capacity. A proper sports car compromises almost all practicality for the driving experience. A Mini, for us, is sufficiently useful, while still being great to drive. Plus it is actually pretty well specced and feels kinda upmarket when you are in it. And ours has bonnet stripes!
I you have a want for a Mini, that's a pretty good indication you should go and drive one.
(And you can put bikes on the roof with a Seasucker or Rockbros suction rack. Those things are solid.)
Oh - and the cat is tucked up behind the engine next to the turbo. Ain't no-one taking that.
And oh - the 3-cylinder engine sounds really rather good and growly, to my ears at least.
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Jazz is a good shout.
We’re a couple so don’t really need anything massively practical, there’s zipvan for that.
London based so ULEZ compliant.
Mini is my opinion based on nothing but want. Partner used to have a polo and she likes them.
What makes you say no to going German?
This is more of a hassle than expected. Motorbikes are easier.
@nefarious you got a Jazz? What’s it like owning?