Driving it:
The peppy 1.6L turbocharged engine and all wheel drive power train coupled to steering wheel mounted paddle shifters keep the driver in control at all times. Spool up lag is a little disappointing, but as with most boosted cars, the yipee face kicks in soon enough...and it stays!!!
Meanwhile, the agility of this clever compact will let you find that even the tightest parking spots are easy to occupy.
In the interior, although taller drivers will reduce rear passenger legroom and make for less comfortable long rides, room for four provides space to share the "jello" with 3 more motoring companions, while zipping around the city traffic. I'm convinced, in traffic is where this Mini champ loves to be. 20-40mph is the "sweet spot" to experience the solid to the ground handling of the sport suspension; and if making swift lane changes and carving curves as if on rails doesn't turn heads, the Paceman's "Bulldog Stance" WILL catch their eye. Don't be surprised, the Paceman has plenty of room in the boot for groceries or luggage, although I guarantee you will miss door cup holders.
A very user friendly (despite hard to find toggle and home buttons) MiniConnect, with optional navigation completes the electronics package, and if you choose from HDFM or CDs or you connect to Pandora via your smartphone, the Harmann Kardon premium sound package provides excellent sound with enough bass to thump those long nightlife hours away.
Mini Paceman is fast, stable and fun!! Great city car!
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