

Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Acura RL | Mini Convertible | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 97.1 in | 13.1 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 145.6 in | 48 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 66.3 in | 5.9 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 55.7 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 2878 lb. | 1134 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 6.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 38.4 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 50.3 in | 8.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.7 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.5 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 39.2 in | 16.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 28.1 in | 8.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 69.8 in (over 2 rows) | 8.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 6.0 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
2008 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mini Convertible.