well drove g.p., 2000k on the clock,
i have 03
mcs, so all comparison to this.
more road noise from the larger tires, and the tram lining seemed more noticeable.
power very smooth, even pulling away "normally" the car felt very ready to take off with minimal effort.
once the car was warmed up, found my self changing into third gear and appling power, long twisty road, which i am very used too. car stuck very firmly to the road,and was not bothered by the undulations in the road, which cause my
mcs to feel a bit " light".whole experience showed the car to be effortless in power delivery/handling,and had a "bespoke" feel,
in time this will be the car to covet, the ultimate mini.