Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | Mini Roadster | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 101.5 in | -4.4 in |
Length | 146.8 in | 165.4 in | -18.6 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 70.3 in | -4 in |
Height | 54.5 in | 58.3 in | -3.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2767 lb. | 3326 lb. | -559 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.3 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 54.7 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.2 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.5 in | -35.5 in |
Total Legroom | 41.7 in (over 1 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | -35 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.5 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -6.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 8.5 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 | -37.5 ft3 |
2012 Mini Roadster Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Over 6ft and I need to pull the seat up two notches. All the way back my toes touch the pedals. Yippee I fit in a small car!!! see full Mini Roadster review |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |