| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz SL | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.8 in | 97.1 in | 4.7 in |
| Length | 181.8 in | 145.6 in | 36.2 in |
| Width | 73.9 in | 66.3 in | 7.6 in |
| Height | 51.8 in | 55.4 in | -3.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3935 lb. | 2546 lb. | 1389 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 9.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 50.3 in | 5.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.4 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 44.7 in | -44.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 29.9 in | -29.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | -28.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.5 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.5 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | -10.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz SL.
| 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 |