Mini Hardtop Mini Hardtop 2008

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Mini Hardtop Specs at TrueDelta: Powertrains and tires by trim level (2008)

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mini Hardtop specs.

2008 Mini Hardtop Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions

Body 2dr Hatch
Wheelbase 97.1 in
Length 145.6 in
Width 66.3 in
Height 55.4 in
Curb Weight 2590 lb.
Fuel Capacity 11.0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 50.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 44.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 29.9 in
Total Legroom 71.3 in (over 2 rows)
Cargo Volume, Minimum 5.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 24.0 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mini Hardtop

2008 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
nevr a backache, I am a six footer that arrives refreshed and never feel cramped. see full Mini Hardtop review
2009 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
heated seats, great driving position, great visability see full Mini Hardtop review
2008 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I drove a John Cooperworks MINI and I found the front seat to be incredibly flat and unsupportive. It was the complete opposite of the GTI seats, and a big part of why I purchased the GTI instead see full Mini Hardtop review
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
There is no room for anyone other than a child see full Mini Hardtop review
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Smallish seats made the front feel kinda cheap. The middle armrest was also a very hard plastic, but the door was slightly softer plastic. see full Mini Hardtop review
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Despite being a hatchback, not a lot of headroom in the back, almost as same as the Mustang. Seats were more upright and headrest should have been integrated into seatbacks; rather, it was mostly a nuisance. see full Mini Hardtop review
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
too small for adults see full Mini Hardtop review
2008 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The roof line is so low that tall people do not fit. When I tested the car my head was touching the roofliner. see full Mini Hardtop review
2007 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review
 

2008 Mini Hardtop 2-door Hatch Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes

Trim Cooper Cooper S
Standard Engine 1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
118 hp@6000
114 lb-ft@4250
turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
172 hp@5500
177 lb-ft@1600
Standard Transmission6-speed manual6-speed manual
Optional Transmission(s)6-speed manually-shiftable automatic6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
Standard DrivetrainFWDFWD
Standard Tires175/65HR15 tires195/55VR16 tires
Optional Tires195/55VR16 tires205/45WR17 tires

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2008 Mini Hardtop

2008 Mini Hardtop Powertrain: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
While not fast, it can get up and move pretty well for a little go kart. see full Mini Hardtop review
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 208hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The JCW is very fast and efficient. The transmission is massaged to shift smoothly and quickly see full Mini Hardtop review
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 208hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
My 2009 JCW has more horsepower then I will probably ever use along with the Germen made Getreg six speed manual transmission makes for a very fast powerful car. The handling is a match for any car out there. It is a true "SPORTS CAR" in every way. see full Mini Hardtop review
2008 Mini Hardtop Powertrain: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 208hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The clutch is the weak link. With a stronger clutch the 0-60 time would even improve. see full Mini Hardtop review
 

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2008 Mini Hardtop MSRP and Invoice Prices

Body Trim Base Price Invoice Destination
2dr Hatch Cooper 18,050 16,245 650
2dr Hatch Cooper S 21,200 19,080 650

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