The 2025 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2-Door continues MINI’s tradition of making go-kart-like hot hatchbacks. And yes, there’s a bona-fide go-kart driving mode.

Especially because activating Go-Kart mode causes a playful Mario Kart –inspired sound to erupt from the speakers. Overall, the Mini Cooper S feels adequately powered for most drivers.

With 184 hp and 213 lb-ft of torque, Mini says the Aceman E will do 0-60 mph in 7.9 seconds and go as far as 192 miles on a single charge.

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The Go Kart Edition is also 18 mm (0.7 inches) wider due to the fender moldings and 85 mm (3.3 inches) taller due to the wing while retaining the same 2,015mm (79.3 inches) wheelbase.