Mini's clean green driving thrills scoop award for second consecutive year at What Car? Green Awards

What Car? has named the Mini Cooper D the most 'Fun Green Car' for the second year running at the publication's annual Green Awards.

Combining a wealth of innovative environmental technology with a frugal 1.6-litre diesel engine, the Mini Cooper D emits just
99 g/km of CO2 and achieves 74.3 mpg without compromising its legendary 'go-kart' handling.

The Mini Cooper D is fitted with Mini's highly acclaimed Minimalism technologies, which are standard across the entire Mini range, and include features such as auto start stop, brake energy regeneration and shift point display. Combined, these technologies ensure that Mini customers get the most from each tank of fuel without detracting from the driving experience.

"The Mini Cooper D proves it is absolutely possible to minimise transport impact on the environment and still have a lot of fun behind the wheel. It’s exempt from road tax and congestion charges, which makes it a great commuter vehicle, and it’s equally at home on country lanes and motorways. For all-round appeal, it's hard to beat a Mini," said Chas Hallett, What Car? Editor-in-Chief.

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