Mini Clubman (2012) vs. Acura TSX (2011) Specs

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2012 Mini Clubman and 2011 Acura TSX Specifications

Model Year	2012	2011
Model	Mini Clubman	Acura TSX
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	6-speed manual	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	3dr Wagon	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	100.3 in	106.4 in	-6.1 in
Length	155.0 in	189.2 in	-34.2 in
Width	66.3 in	72.4 in	-6.1 in
Height	56.1 in	57.9 in	-1.8 in
Curb Weight	2844 lb.	3809 lb.	-965 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	18.5 gal.	-5.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.0 in	37.6 in	1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	50.3 in	57.8 in	-7.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	55.6 in	-55.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	42.4 in	-1 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.7 in	36.9 in	0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	45.9 in	56.1 in	-10.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	54.2 in	-54.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.3 in	34.3 in	-2 in
Total Legroom	73.7 in (over 2 rows)	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	-3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.2 ft³	25.8 ft³	-16.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	32.8 ft³	60.5 ft³	-27.7 ft³

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.

2011 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I find the heated front seats exceptionally comfortable. I am 6' 2" and have very good room. Note, however, that my wife finds the forward lean in the headrests uncomfortable. see full Acura TSX review
2010	4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Drove 4 straight hours in these seats. They hug in corners and don't leave you butt feeling numb even after long drives. Not many seats out there that are more comfortable (Volvo is one of the makers that comes to mind with better seats) see full Acura TSX review

2011 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD	The rear seats are fairly comfortable, but they only provide about 34" of legroom, and there is very little clearance below the seats. see full Acura TSX review
2010	4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The rear seats can be a little tight for people on the tallish side (for me, anything above 5'10"). This can get more complicated with a tall driver/front passenger and tall rear seat occupants. see full Acura TSX review
2010	4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The trunk space is adequate, but get a hatchback or wagon (or SUV if you're into that sort of thing) if you're going to regularly carrying anything more than the usual grocery bags, suitcases, golf bags, etc. That said, the 60/40 split fold rear seats will allow for surprisingly longish items to fit (managed a 6 foot ladder, barely). see full Acura TSX review

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