About as sporty as it is an original Subaru, the Justy 1.0R is a new special edition version of Subie’s rebadged Daihatsu Sirion that will be produced in a limited run of 100 units. Available in Black Mica or Shining Red, the Justy 1.0R justifies its existent in the firm’s UK range due to the extra equipment that comprises a rear roof spoiler; twin exhaust system; over roof ‘viper stripes’ and side decals; leather and alloy gear knob and rear privacy glass.

The mini’s standard equipment also includes air conditioning; ABS with EBD; driver, passenger, front side and curtain airbags; radio/CD player with AUX input; four electric windows and remote central-locking. Subaru U.K. has priced the special edition model from £9,995, or £690 more than the standard model.

A further enhancement available is an alloy wheel package comprising 15″ Monza R wheels with Toyo 185/55R15 tyres at £600 (inc. VAT) for a set of four (plus fitting).