Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | Mini Clubman | Audi A3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 155 kW@6000 260 Nm@1850 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 184 kW@6300 320 Nm@2800 |
|
Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 3dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,548 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 3,937 mm | 4,285 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,684 mm | 1,765 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,315 kg | 1,660 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 57 L | -7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 991 mm | 968 mm | 23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,278 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 958 mm | 937 mm | 21 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,166 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 820 mm | 884 mm | -64 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,872 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 261 L | 371 L | -110 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 929 L | 1,546 L | 928 L |
2014 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 2014 Mini Clubman.
2006 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The Subaru has a more comfortable and roomy back seat, with easier ingress/egress. see full Audi A3 review |