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Mazda RX-8 (2008) vs. Mini Clubman (2016) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2016 Mini Clubman specs.

2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2016 Mini Clubman Specifications

Model Year 2008 2016  
Model Mazda RX-8 Mini Clubman  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Coupe 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.4 in 105.1 in 1.3 in
Length 174.3 in 168.3 in 6 in
Width 69.7 in 70.9 in -1.2 in
Height 52.8 in 56.7 in -3.9 in
Curb Weight 3045 lb. 3105 lb. -60 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 13.2 gal. 2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 40.2 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 54.7 in 0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.3 in 0.0 in 53.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.7 in 41.4 in 1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.8 in 38.0 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.9 in 52.8 in 2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 48.1 in 0.0 in 48.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 32.2 in 34.3 in -2.1 in
Total Legroom 74.9 in (over 2 rows) 75.7 in (over 2 rows) -0.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 7.6 ft3 17.5 ft3 -9.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 7.6 ft3 47.9 ft3 -40.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda RX-8

2008 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2009 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2007 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mini Clubman

2016 Mini Clubman Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mini Clubman

2016 Mini Clubman Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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