Toyota GR Yaris VS Mini Cooper GP Drag Race and Comparison

TLDRIn this video, Matt Watson from Carwow compares the Toyota GR Yaris and the Mini Cooper GP in a drag race and other tests. The GR Yaris is a homologation special with impressive features such as a 1.6-liter turbo engine and four-wheel drive. The Mini Cooper GP, on the other hand, has a 2.0-liter turbo engine and front-wheel drive. The drag race is close, but the Mini Cooper GP wins. However, the GR Yaris performs better in other tests like rolling races and brake tests. Overall, both cars offer thrilling performance and are worth considering for enthusiasts.

Key insights

🚀The Toyota GR Yaris and the Mini Cooper GP compete in a drag race and other tests.

🏎️The GR Yaris is a homologation special with a 1.6-liter turbo engine and four-wheel drive.

🔥The Mini Cooper GP has a 2.0-liter turbo engine and front-wheel drive.

🏁The drag race is closely contested, with the Mini Cooper GP winning by a small margin.

💪The GR Yaris outperforms the Mini Cooper GP in rolling races and brake tests.

Q&A

Which car has more power?

The Mini Cooper GP has a more powerful 2.0-liter turbo engine with 306 horsepower.

Which car is more expensive?

The Mini Cooper GP is slightly more expensive, starting at £35,500.

What is the weight of the Toyota GR Yaris?

The GR Yaris weighs 1,280 kilograms.

Do both cars have manual transmissions?

Yes, both the GR Yaris and the Mini Cooper GP have manual transmissions.

Which car is better for track performance?

Both cars offer thrilling performance on the track, but the GR Yaris with its four-wheel drive may have an advantage in certain conditions.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Matt Watson introduces the video and the cars involved in the comparison.

03:30The drag race between the Toyota GR Yaris and the Mini Cooper GP takes place, with the Mini Cooper GP winning by a small margin.

06:27A rolling race from 50 miles per hour is conducted, and the Mini Cooper GP pulls ahead.

08:00Another rolling race is done, and this time the Toyota GR Yaris starts better and eventually wins.

08:34A brake test from 70 miles per hour is performed, and the Toyota GR Yaris stops shorter than the Mini Cooper GP.