Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Mini Clubman | Audi Q7 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
4.2L V8 OHC-4v 350 hp@6800 325 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 3dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.3 in | 118.2 in | -17.9 in |
Length | 155.0 in | 200.2 in | -45.2 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 78.1 in | -11.8 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 68.4 in | -12.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2899 lb. | 5269 lb. | -2370 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -13.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 39.5 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 58.7 in | -8.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.3 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 39.0 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 45.9 in | 58.1 in | -12.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.3 in | 37.1 in | -4.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | -33.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.2 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 9.2 | 40.1 ft3 | -30.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 32.8 ft3 | 88.7 ft3 | -55.9 ft3 |
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.
2008 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat legroom is greater than other vehicles I evaluated in this category: Acura MDX, BMW X5, Mercedes ML; seats more plush; more cargo space. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front seats for long drives. see full Audi Q7 review |