| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Lincoln MKS | Mini Convertible | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 265 lb-ft@4250 |
supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 180 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 97.1 in | 15.8 in |
| Length | 204.1 in | 143.1 in | 61 in |
| Width | 75.9 in | 66.5 in | 9.4 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 55.5 in | 6.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4127 lb. | 2855 lb. | 1272 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.4 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 50.9 in | 7.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 0.0 in | 55.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.1 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 39.0 in | 18.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 0.0 in | 55.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 27.5 in | 11.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 11.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.4 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
| 2009 Lincoln MKS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
seat comfort see full Lincoln MKS review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This the best point of this car. The leather, from Scotland, is the best I have experienced in a car... And the room is such that my 6 foot son feels separate from me when along for the drive. see full Lincoln MKS review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are the most comfortable ones I have sat in, the lumbar adjustment is great, not only goes in and out ( harder / softer ), it also has an adjustment for up aand down. see full Lincoln MKS review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Honeslty hard to explain. My kids feel like they are on a couch. Heated. see full Lincoln MKS review |
| 2007 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat is usable only as a package tray, though it does serve to hold a second carry-on bag. see full Mini Convertible review |