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MINI research

MINI Car Research

MINI is an English company that was founded in 1969. Bought by BMW in 2000, the line offers luxury small cars and subcompacts.

Where do I start with MINI research?

At AutoNation Drive, we put you in the driver's seat with feature round-ups, test drive reviews, research videos, and more great content to help you find the car that fits your lifestyle and budget. Below you'll find all that and more featuring great MINI cars, crossovers, and SUVs.


Recent MINI research


A MINI vehicle driving through a snowy mountain pass

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Exterior view of the Porsche Panamera

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Exterior view of the Porsche Taycan

EVs Coming to AutoNation Dealerships in 2021 and 2022

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Exterior view of one of the best cars for towing travel trailers

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Enjoy the top five cars for towing small travel trailers, perfect for a short vacation or a long haul drive.


Exterior view of one of the best luxury vehicle deals on the market

Big Fun on a Small Budget

Discover luxury vehicles that don't break the bank and still bring big fun. From AutoNation Drive's resident sports car enthusiast, Andy Reid.


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10 Luxury Crossovers for Non-Luxury Money

Get a round-up of SUVs and Crossovers from the luxury segment that won't break the bank.


Exterior view of one of the coolest car colors

Coolest Car Colors

There's more to car colors than silver, black and gray. Enjoy the full spectrum of car colors in our round-up of the Coolest Car Colors of 2019.


Picture of kids wearing seatbelts in the back seat

Stay In Your Lane: Lane Keeping Assist FAQ

Discover the best lane keeping assist systems in modern cars, trucks, and SUVs.


Exterior view of one of the best SUVs with third row seating

SUVs with 3rd Row Seating

Looking for an SUV with 3rd row seating? Check out our full guide of SUVs that seat up to 8 passengers.


MINI Reviews and Videos

Read test drive reviews and watch research videos featuring MINI vehicles.


Exterior view of MINI vehicle

MINI Car Research Videos

Watch car research videos featuring popular MINI models. Find head-to-head comparisons of MINI vehicles with other models that compare in the modern automotive market.


Exterior view of MINI vehicle

MINI Test Drive Reviews

Read test drive reviews featuring great MINI cars and SUVs. Read test drive reviews of MINI SUVs from the MINI Cooper to the MINI Clubman.