Kia Sorento (2012) vs. Mini Clubman (2012) Specs

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2012 Kia Sorento and 2012 Mini Clubman Specifications

Model Year	2012	2012
Model	Kia Sorento	Mini Clubman
Engine	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	3dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	100.3 in	6 in
Length	183.9 in	155.0 in	28.9 in
Width	74.2 in	66.3 in	7.9 in
Height	67.3 in	56.1 in	11.2 in
Curb Weight	3781 lb.	2844 lb.	937 lb.
Fuel Capacity	19.8 gal.	13.2 gal.	6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.2 in	39.0 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.3 in	50.3 in	9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	56.3 in	0.0 in	56.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.3 in	41.4 in	-0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.2 in	37.7 in	1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.7 in	45.9 in	12.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	55.9 in	0.0 in	55.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.6 in	32.3 in	5.3 in
Headroom, Row 3	36.7 in	0.0 in	36.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	53.8 in	0.0 in	53.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3	44.4 in	0.0 in	44.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	31.3 in	0.0 in	31.3 in
Total Legroom	110.2 in (over 3 rows)	73.7 in (over 2 rows)	36.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.1 ft³	9.2 ft³	-0.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	37.0 ft³	9.2	27.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	72.5 ft³	32.8 ft³	39.7 ft³

2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review
2012	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review

2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review

2012 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

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