Is the Mini three-door Hatchback the very definition of small but perfectly formed? It certainly looks good and drives brilliantly, so you’re more likely to get out of it with a grin than a frown – at least until you try to get stuff into the tiny boot. It's a bit like one of those bum bags that have become fashionable for some reason. They make it clear that you know what's trendy but in the same way a backpack will hold more of your stuff, the Mini hatch isn't the most practical option. This generation of the Mini three-door originally went on sale in 2014, but it was updated in 2018 and 2022, with the latest changes being subtle styling tweaks on the outside and some improved technology and equipment inside. However, an all-new model is coming later this year. Far from a comprehensive overhaul, then, it means you still get a well-made interior that oozes retro charm, but can also be fitted with plenty of modern touches such as a circle of lights around the central infotainment screen that change colour. Far more useful is the Mini’s excellent infotainment system, which is controlled through an 8.8-inch screen – a bit bigger than what you'll find on older cars – by a BMW-style knob and shortcut buttons on the centre console that help you use it safely while driving. If you want satellite navigation, you’ll have to pay for it as a pricey option (unless you buy the John Cooper Works hot hatch, which gets nav as standard). It's in the Premium Plus pack, which also includes a fancy Harman Kardon sound system and parking assists.