I find it better than my 08 MCS in a multitude of ways.

Some of the differences can be attributed to different equipment (no sport suspension, no turbo) but in general you can tell they just really worked on the car.

The ride is so supple, and unlike my 08 there's a good bit of feedback from the steering wheel, even when the wheel isn't turned in. I think the blacked out interior components are much more tasteful and the Harmon Kardon (while maybe not quite as amazing as the 03 version) is loads better than 08's "Hi Fi" stereo.

The power of the turbo was nice, but I had profound torque steer in my 08. For my driving style (not that aggressive) I much prefer just upping the revs in a standard engine - the power curve is much smoother.

Mini Connected is a silly indulgence, but a darn interesting one, and I think it has more potential for the road ahead as it evolves. Also really happy w my dealer experience this time.

And I'm so glad I went for the black wheels this time. They get comments wherever I go.

 

Upvote! Glad you're enjoying it. And, yeah, that 2008 Hi-Fi stereo is garbage. I'm happy to hear the new version is improved.

 

enjoy it ... i have the mini connect and its a crazy piece of technology... the integration with the iphone is amazing.

 

Happy you're happy

 

how much was the mini connect option?

 

I got the Technology Package, which included Connected and I added Nav. Or was Nav included, can't remember....