| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,216 mm | 2,466 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,156 mm | 3,698 mm | 2 mm |
| Width | 1,958 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,661 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,245 kg | 1,155 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 40 L | 40 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,532 mm | 1,278 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,026 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,514 mm | 1,135 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 759 mm | 160 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) | 1,811 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 430 L | 161 L | 269 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,195 L | 5.7 | -4.7 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,407 L | 680 L | -678 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.
| 2011 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop review |