Kia Forte (2018) vs. Mini Clubman (2014) Specs

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2018 Kia Forte and 2014 Mini Clubman Specifications

Model Year	2018	2014
Model	Kia Forte	Mini Clubman
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Hatch	3dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	100.3 in	6 in
Length	171.3 in	155.0 in	16.3 in
Width	70.1 in	66.3 in	3.8 in
Height	57.1 in	56.1 in	1 in
Curb Weight	3031 lb.	2899 lb.	132 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	13.2 gal.	0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.4 in	39.0 in	0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.1 in	50.3 in	5.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.8 in	0.0 in	53.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	41.4 in	0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.7 in	37.7 in	1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.9 in	45.9 in	9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.1 in	0.0 in	53.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.9 in	32.3 in	3.6 in
Total Legroom	78.1 in (over 2 rows)	73.7 in (over 2 rows)	4.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	23.2 ft³	9.2 ft³	14 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	56.4 ft³	32.8 ft³	23.6 ft³

2018 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2019	I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte.

2014 Mini Clubman Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Even with the rear-hinged "club door, " the Clubman's rear seat is difficult to get into and out of. The Veloster's third door is considerably larger and more usable, while the Fiesta has four real doors. The Veloster also has much more rear legroom than either the Mini or the Ford, both of which are a tight fit for adults. Compared to the Hardtop, though, the Clubman is significantly more practical. I can sit behind my 5-9 self with a little knee room to spare. Rear headroom is abundant. Even if you're not going to put people in the back seat, the extra door eases access to anything you're storing in the rear seat. When traveling in the RX-8, my father and I frequently use the rear doors to stow and retrieve hiking boots and daypacks. The same might be done with a computer bag or briefcase when commuting. Both the Veloster and the Clubman would benefit from a second rear-hinged door, on the driver's side. see full Mini Clubman review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mini Clubman.

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