JOHN MURDOCH'S DRIVE TIME: We take a look at the expanding MINI family and praise for MG4 EV's long range hatchback model

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In this instalment of John Murdoch's Drive Time, John takes a look at the expanding MINI family and also find out that the MG4 EV long range hatchback model has won top marks from Green NCAP for its performance in real-world conditions.

Hot on the heels of the new MINI Cooper Electric, the Cooper family has grown with the introduction of two new petrol models - the MINI Cooper C and the performance enhanced MINI Cooper S.

Like its all-electric counterpart, the MINI Cooper features traditional design, and brand values with iconic go-kart handling.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The new MINI Cooper will be built at the MINI Plant in Oxford and is available in three trim levels - Classic, Exclusive and Sport.Priced from £22,300, first deliveries will take place in the spring with the Cooper S priced from £26,700.With an increased output of 204hp, the four-cylinder engine of the MINI Cooper S accelerates the vehicle from 0-62 mph in 6.6 seconds and has a maximum of 139mph.The MINI Cooper C is equipped with a 156hp, three-cylinder engine, which delivers the 0-62mph sprint in 7.7 seconds.The new car features clear surfaces, short overhangs and a short bonnet combined with a contrasting long wheelbase while chrome is completely removed, bringing a fresh take to the exterior design.The front end is