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Yes, there’s an electric version of the Mini hatchback. Boasting a 32.6kWh battery, it’s good for a range of 145 miles from a full charge. It’s a great city car with free access to clean air zones, while boot space is unchanged from the petrol models – not often the case with EVs. It’s as fun to drive as a petrol-powered Mini, too.

Older Minis have a pretty poor reputation for reliability, but the BMW engines fitted in modern Minis seem to have turned the tide. These days, Mini tends to do well for dependability and few owners report faults.

The Mini One is an entry-level version of the three-door hatchback. It’s the least powerful version and has a streamlined equipment list compared to the higher-spec models, but you still get the essentials like air conditioning, DAB radio and Bluetooth phone connectivity, not to mention some eye-catching chrome trim.

Mini’s mid-range engine is called the Cooper. It’s a more powerful version of the One’s 1.5-litre petrol engine, and is available across the hatchback, convertible, Clubman and Countryman. For many buyers, this is the sweet spot between performance and efficiency. There’s more equipment than the One, and three trim levels are often available (we’ll explain more on this in a sec).

Keen drivers typically favour the Cooper S models, which feature a bigger, more powerful engine than Cooper versions. They typically get bigger wheels and a sportier body kit, too. Again, the Cooper S derivative is available on any Mini model.

Once you’ve chosen which engine you want (Cooper or Cooper S), Mini then offers three trim levels. These are called Classic, Sport and Exclusive. The former is the basic offering, Sport adds a more aggressive look and the badges from the range-topping JCW, but no extra power, and Exclusive focuses on luxury.

Mini’s most hardcore models are called John Cooper Works, after the tuning firm that worked on classic racing Minis. They’re the most powerful, the noisiest and the firmest, because they’re set up for racetrack driving.

Mini is one of the leaders when it comes to car personalisation, and one of its newest ideas is a roof that is painted in three different colours in a gradual effect. It’s usually an optional extra from the factory, so can’t be retro-fitted to a used car.

Indeed you can. Any used Mini from Motorpoint is available with Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) or Hire Purchase (HP) finance options.