Mazda CX-3 (2016) vs. Mini Clubman (2016) Specs

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2016 Mazda CX-3 and 2016 Mini Clubman Specifications

Model Year	2016	2016
Model	Mazda CX-3	Mini Clubman
Engine	2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 146 hp@6000 146 lb-ft@2800	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 189 hp@5000 207 lb-ft@1250
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.2 in	105.1 in	-3.9 in
Length	168.3 in	168.3 in	0 in
Width	69.6 in	70.9 in	-1.3 in
Height	60.7 in	56.7 in	4 in
Curb Weight	2809 lb.	3300 lb.	-491 lb.
Fuel Capacity	12.7 gal.	13.2 gal.	-0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	40.2 in	-1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	53.5 in	54.7 in	-1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	52.3 in	0.0 in	52.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.7 in	41.4 in	0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.2 in	38.0 in	-0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	50.4 in	52.8 in	-2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	49.0 in	0.0 in	49 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.0 in	34.3 in	0.7 in
Total Legroom	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	75.7 in (over 2 rows)	1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	12.4 ft³	17.5 ft³	-5.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	44.5 ft³	47.9 ft³	-3.4 ft³

2016 Mazda CX-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	The CX-3's driving position is very good, more car-like even than the HR-V's. The view forward is open. The view rearward, not so much, as the racy styling yields rear windows that are quite a bit smaller than the front ones. To help compensate, the outside mirrors are large plus blind sport warning is standard on the Touring and Grand Touring. The CX-3's driver seat is very comfortable and provides good lateral support in turns. The cloth center pocket is cushy without being mushy. Unlike in the HR-V and some others, the headrest does not jut uncomfortably far forward. But the lumbar bulge is not adjustable. As is, it fit my back well, but many people will wish for more of a bulge. The HR-V's also non-adjustable lumbar bulge was too pronounced for my taste. The JUKE's seats are comfortable, but for effective side bolsters (and then some) you must step up to the NISMO. Worth noting for those of you who get your coffee to go: the cup holders are located beneath the armrest (optional on the Sport, standard on the others). If you want to use them, then you can't use the armrest. see full Mazda CX-3 review

2016 Mazda CX-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	For people who have no interest in a manual transmission (the great majority), the Mazda CX-3's largest shortcoming is a rear seat that is tight even by small car standards. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my knees pressed lightly against the front seat backs. I wasn't uncomfortable, but felt a little closed-in. A shame, as rear headroom is relatively plentiful and the rear seat is otherwise very comfortable. The HR-V provides about four inches more rear legroom, a big difference. According to their specs, the JUKE has three inches less rear legroom than the Mazda. In reality, though, I had perhaps an inch more rear knee room, but less rear headroom. The Nissan's rear seat might be slightly more adult-friendly than the Mazda's, but neither is a good choice if people taller than me will be sitting in both rows. see full Mazda CX-3 review

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2016 Mini Clubman Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The Mini Clubman's standard seats have a non-adjustable lumbar area that bulges far too much for my back. Your back and impression of the seats could differ. Or get any level of the leather upholstery (starting at $750 for partial leather, plus $300 for the required sport buckets that are standard on the S) and the lumbar support becomes adjustable. see full Mini Clubman review

2016 Mini Clubman Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2017	4dr Wagon turbocharged 189hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD	The sport seats in the basic black leatherette are nicely bolstered though not overly enveloping like seats in my FR-S. This means it hits a nice middle ground of comfort but still keeping you from being thrown around in aggressive driving. The manually adjusted seats are easily positioned to a comfortable state after you figure out which of the 4 levers is doing what. The adjustible thigh support is especially nice and not something I often see in this segment. see full Mini Clubman review

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