golf gti vs mini cooper 5 door base vs lexus is350

[vinj]

I dunno but amongst the choices i'd get the Mini Cooper if i were screwing value for money (just because it looks good :P).

Otherwise, I'd get the Golf GTi but if you're really talking value for money, get a Subaru WRX as suggested.

[speed_kills]

I've driven all 3 cars and here are some pros and cons ...

Lexus IS350 (I'm assuming the base model)
+ best build quality
+ fastest among the 3
+- good handling although a little front heavy
+- relatively common
- more like a 4 seater than a 5 seater
- worst fuel mileage although not that bad

Mini Cooper 5-door base
+ cool retro look
+ bigger than the previous Minis
+- decent power but not fast
- rear doors too small to fit adults

VW Golf GTI
+ feels more powerful than 220hp
+ good interior design and space
- lacks some important options offered abroad (e.g .performance pack, DCC, etc)
- Subaru WRX is cheaper (although GTI's interior is a lot more upscale)