Model Year | 2013 | 2016 | |
Model | Mini Clubman | Audi A3 / S3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 292 hp@5400 280 lb-ft@1900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 3dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.3 in | 103.5 in | -3.2 in |
Length | 155.0 in | 169.8 in | -14.8 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 70.3 in | -4 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 56.1 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 2899 lb. | 3903 lb. | -1004 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 36.9 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 54.8 in | -4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.2 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 37.5 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 45.9 in | 52.9 in | -7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.3 in | 35.4 in | -3.1 in |
Total Legroom | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | -2.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.2 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 32.8 ft3 | 39.5 ft3 | -6.7 ft3 |
2013 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 2013 Mini Clubman.
2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Same goes for rear seat room. The Audi S3's rear seat can be a tight fit for adults, especially if those in the front seats are tall. But at least most adults will fit. My adult-sized children rode in the back seat from Detroit to Nashville and back without complaining about the amount of space. (It helped that none of us are tall; I'm 5-9.) The back seat in the CLA provides far less room for heads and legs. Mercedes markets it as a coupe for a reason. see full Audi A3 / S3 review |
2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 review |