2018 MINI Convertible vs. 2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

In terms of delivering a smooth, efficient driving experience, the 2018 MINI Convertible runs circles around the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. It boasts an EPA-estimated 28 MPG city/37 MPG highway rating—a significant improvement over the 26 MPG city/33 MPG highway you’ll get from the Beetle. And the MINI also offers several performance features the Beetle doesn’t, such as Dynamic Stability Control for smooth cornering and three different driving modes for incredible versatility.

While the 2018 Beetle Convertible has the technology you’d expect from a modern vehicle, the 2018 MINI Convertible goes even further with advanced features like the available Parking Assistant, which scans potential parking spaces and, if there’s enough room, guides you into it for perfect precision parking. And while both vehicles have excellent infotainment systems, only the MINI offers you a touch controller to intuitively interact with it. Not only that, but that same touch controller can recognize your handwriting—so all you have to do is write a couple of letters with your finger to gain access.