| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Mini Hardtop | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 97.1 in | 29.5 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 145.6 in | 57.4 in |
| Width | 77.1 in | 66.3 in | 10.8 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 55.4 in | 10 in |
| Curb Weight | 4949 lb. | 2546 lb. | 2403 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 11.0 gal. | 10.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.8 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 50.3 in | 10 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.4 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 37.6 in | 2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 44.7 in | 14.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 29.9 in | 6.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 0.0 in | 32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 37.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.2 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | 9.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 5.7 | 36.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | 61 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.
| 2008 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
nevr a backache, I am a six footer that arrives refreshed and never feel cramped. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
heated seats, great driving position, great visability see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2008 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I drove a John Cooperworks MINI and I found the front seat to be incredibly flat and unsupportive. It was the complete opposite of the GTI seats, and a big part of why I purchased the GTI instead see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
There is no room for anyone other than a child see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Smallish seats made the front feel kinda cheap. The middle armrest was also a very hard plastic, but the door was slightly softer plastic. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Despite being a hatchback, not a lot of headroom in the back, almost as same as the Mustang. Seats were more upright and headrest should have been integrated into seatbacks; rather, it was mostly a nuisance. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
too small for adults see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The roof line is so low that tall people do not fit. When I tested the car my head was touching the roofliner. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review |