Model Year | 2013 | 2010 | |
Model | Mini Clubman | Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 3dr Wagon | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.3 in | 103.3 in | -3 in |
Length | 155.0 in | 180.3 in | -25.3 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 67.9 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 55.7 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2899 lb. | 2925 lb. | -26 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.0 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 38.7 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 53.0 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 49.5 in | -49.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.0 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 35.7 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 45.9 in | 49.0 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 46.1 in | -46.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.3 in | 32.2 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.2 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | -4.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 32.8 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 18.9 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.
2010 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
4 door has more headroom and backseat is much improved over the 2 door i previously owned see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2010 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
With only 2 doors, the rear seats are pretty much useless. Obviously, if you really have to, you can fit people back there, but no one will want to climb back there when everyone at work is going out to lunch. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Not alot of head room and the steering wheel does not telescope. I fit in it fine but someone tall might not. minor thing really. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |