So you're having a little trouble telling the current Mini (v.2.0) from the all-new Mini (v.3.0)? Well, this site should help you spot the differences. There are number of comparison shots from various angles that show how they differ.
For what it's worth, I thought I had trouble telling the new Jaguar XJ8 apart from the old model, but Mini has now taken "subtlety" to an all-time high here...
mercedesman1 says:
10:18 AM, 08/26/06
OH yeah the new one is much better i like it alot i just dont know about the new grill...thats the only thing but the interior is great...
billt9 says:
11:04 AM, 08/26/06
Is this a full redesign, or model year refresh?
If it was a full redesign, was there a purpose to it?
rsholland says:
11:27 AM, 08/26/06
All new. Here's the UK Mini link with more info.
http://www.newmini2006.co.uk/
ateixeira says:
11:17 AM, 08/28/06
3 spoke steering wheel is much better.
Windows aren't as tall, it seems. Looks like v2.0 "chopped".
I like it, but it's gonna be hard to tell them apart.
The major change happens in the engine bay, though.