Mini Clubman (2014) vs. BMW X1 (2013) Specs

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2014 Mini Clubman and 2013 BMW X1 Specifications

Model Year	2014	2013
Model	Mini Clubman	BMW X1
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	3dr Wagon	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	100.3 in	108.7 in	-8.4 in
Length	155.0 in	176.5 in	-21.5 in
Width	66.3 in	70.8 in	-4.5 in
Height	56.1 in	60.8 in	-4.7 in
Curb Weight	2899 lb.	3891 lb.	-992 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	16.6 gal.	-3.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.0 in	41.3 in	-2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	50.3 in	55.0 in	-4.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	41.4 in	0 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.7 in	39.7 in	-2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	45.9 in	54.6 in	-8.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.3 in	34.9 in	-2.6 in
Total Legroom	73.7 in (over 2 rows)	76.3 in (over 2 rows)	-2.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.2 ft³	14.8 ft³	-5.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	32.8 ft³	47.7 ft³	-14.9 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

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2013 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	BMW makes great sport seats, with support in the right places and power-adjustable side bolsters. This said, those in the X1 Sport Line feel less cushy, and so less overtly comfortable, than I recall from other BMWs. The Evoque's front buckets lack adjustable side bolsters, but feel more luxurious. While the BMW wins on support, the Land Rover wins on comfort. Another tie. Update: when I later had an Evoque for a week its seats felt less comfortable than they had during the dealer test drive. So I'm revising this rating in favor of the BMW. see full BMW X1 review

2013 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The BMW X1's interior dimensions also closely resemble those of the previous-generation 3-Series. Up front, there's a little less space to stretch out than in the X3. But abundant headroom. About half of the X1's additional height is over one's head--you sit only a couple inches higher than in the 3-Series. This additional airspace also distinguishes the X1 from the allroad. Rear seat room could be more of an issue. As in the old 3 and the new allroad, a couple of average-sized adults will fit behind a couple more with perhaps an inch or two of clearance for their knees, while a third would be a squeeze. The seat back reclines, but the seat cushion is too low to provide good thigh support. The Evoque is similarly a less-than-ideal choice for four-plus adults taking a long trip. see full BMW X1 review

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