Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercury Mariner | Mini Clubman | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 181 hp@5500 177 lb-ft@1600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 3dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 100.3 in | 2.9 in |
Length | 174.9 in | 155.0 in | 19.9 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 66.3 in | 3.8 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 56.1 in | 11.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3295 lb. | 2888 lb. | 407 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.0 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 50.3 in | 6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.4 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.7 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 45.9 in | 10 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 0.0 in | 49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 32.3 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 3.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 9.2 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
2007 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The seats have plush cushioning, lumbar control and position control. The seats are leather/vinyl (I think leather, but not sure) with center punched suede allowing some air circulation. All good for greater comfort on long trips see full Mercury Mariner review |
2007 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Rear seat room is limited, seats firm, but little side support see full Mercury Mariner review |
2012 Mini Clubman Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Even with the rear-hinged "club door, " the Clubman's rear seat is difficult to get into and out of. The Veloster's third door is considerably larger and more usable, while the Fiesta has four real doors. The Veloster also has much more rear legroom than either the Mini or the Ford, both of which are a tight fit for adults. Compared to the Hardtop, though, the Clubman is significantly more practical. I can sit behind my 5-9 self with a little knee room to spare. Rear headroom is abundant. Even if you're not going to put people in the back seat, the extra door eases access to anything you're storing in the rear seat. When traveling in the RX-8, my father and I frequently use the rear doors to stow and retrieve hiking boots and daypacks. The same might be done with a computer bag or briefcase when commuting. Both the Veloster and the Clubman would benefit from a second rear-hinged door, on the driver's side. see full Mini Clubman review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mini Clubman.