Yes, the Mini Cooper S Voice Control does have an English Accent
Our experts share their first impressions of the 2025 Mini Cooper S two-door, discussing its performance and whether this fifth-generation model retains the classic British…
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The Mini Cooper S Infotainment System: Cute but not Functional
Our experts share their first impressions of the 2025 Mini Cooper S two-door, discussing its performance and whether this fifth-generation model retains the classic British…
2025 Mini Cooper | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #457
Exclusive CR discount for Talking Cars viewers at The Mini Cooper has been the cornerstone of the brand since its inception and has been redesigned…
2024 BMW X2 | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #447
The redesigned 2024 BMW X2 boasts more cargo room, expanded voice-activated controls, and standard driver assistance features. In this episode, we share our first impressions…
2022 Year in Review | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #392
Become a member at to find out more about our tests. On this episode, we recap 2022 and share our personal picks for the best…
2023 Subaru BRZ vs. Toyota GR86; All-Weather vs. Snow Tires | Talking Cars #383
We just purchased a 2023 Subaru BRZ for the Consumer Reports test fleet, and stacked it up in a head-to-head comparison with our tested Toyota…
2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #376
Join CR at to find out how products scored in CR’s rigorous lab tests—and to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day—become…
2023 Acura Integra | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #367
Acura has resurrected the Integra nameplate, as the classic five-door hatchback returns with an upscale vibe. We share our first impressions on the 2023 Acura…
2023 Nissan Z | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #364
Nissan draws from its 50-plus-year history in resurrecting the Z, a sports car that the automaker calls "all-new" (but is it though??) We debate the provenance…
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee First Impressions; 2023 Nissan Z Preview | Talking Cars #322
We share our first impressions of the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, discussing its performance on our track, and how it stacks up to competitors…
2022 Toyota GR86 First Impressions; What’s Your “Forever” Car? | Talking Cars #321
This week we share our first impressions of the 2022 Toyota GR86, discussing how it performed on our track, and how it compares to the previous…