Mini Clubman (2013) vs. Chevrolet Traverse (2014) Specs

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2013 Mini Clubman and 2014 Chevrolet Traverse Specifications

Model Year	2013	2014
Model	Mini Clubman	Chevrolet Traverse
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 181 hp@5500 177 lb-ft@1600	3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	3dr Wagon	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	100.3 in	118.9 in	-18.6 in
Length	155.0 in	203.7 in	-48.7 in
Width	66.3 in	78.5 in	-12.2 in
Height	56.1 in	69.9 in	-13.8 in
Curb Weight	2888 lb.	4646 lb.	-1758 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	22.0 gal.	-8.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.0 in	40.4 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	50.3 in	61.5 in	-11.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	58.0 in	-58 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	41.3 in	0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.7 in	39.4 in	-1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	45.9 in	61.0 in	-15.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	57.8 in	-57.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.3 in	36.8 in	-4.5 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.8 in	-37.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	57.6 in	-57.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	48.3 in	-48.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	33.2 in	-33.2 in
Total Legroom	73.7 in (over 2 rows)	111.3 in (over 3 rows)	-37.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.2 ft³	24.4 ft³	-15.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	9.2	70.3 ft³	-61.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum	32.8 ft³	116.3 ft³	-83.5 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.

2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2014	4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The second row captain's chairs are roomy and comfortable. The third row bench seat has a surprising amount of space, in particular with the 2nd row seats slid forward some. see full Chevrolet Traverse review

2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2014	4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The seats we have on our LT are fine but the headrest on both cars I've had jut out too far and cannot be adjusted back far enough to be comfortable. This is particularly uncomfortable on longer trips. see full Chevrolet Traverse review

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