| Model Year | 2016 | 2021 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz SLK | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 415 hp@6800 398 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 301 hp@5000 331 lb-ft@1750 |
|
| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 101.1 in | -5.4 in |
| Length | 162.8 in | 157.4 in | 5.4 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 68.0 in | 3.5 in |
| Height | 51.2 in | 56.1 in | -4.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3528 lb. | 2958 lb. | 570 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 39.9 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 51.2 in | 1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.4 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.5 in | -37.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.6 in | -49.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 32.3 in | -32.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 42.5 in (over 1 rows) | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | -31.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.4 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | -6.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.1 ft3 | 40.7 ft3 | -30.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Mini Hardtop.