| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Mini Convertible | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,216 mm | 2,466 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,156 mm | 3,698 mm | 2 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,661 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,190 kg | 1,245 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 95 L | 50 L | 45 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,532 mm | 1,278 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,026 mm | 978 mm | -977 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,514 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 714 mm | 205 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 945 mm | 0 mm | 945 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,341 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 0 mm | 823 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,753 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,773 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 433 L | 170 L | 263 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,195 L | 6.0 | -5 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,407 L | 6.0 | -4 L |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Mini Convertible.