Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | Mini Hardtop | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 97.1 in | 13.4 in |
Length | 196.7 in | 145.6 in | 51.1 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 66.3 in | 6.6 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 55.4 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3513 lb. | 2679 lb. | 834 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 6.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.8 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 50.3 in | 8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.4 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 37.6 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 44.7 in | 12.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 29.9 in | 5.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 6.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | 10.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
2006 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Interior room is outstanding. Trunk room is phenomenal, especially with flip and fold flat rear seat. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat had good room. Passengers had good leg room. Only adults over 6ft would touch the backs of the front seat with their legs. Draw back was the low roof. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
2012 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review |
2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop review |