Mini Clubman (2013) vs. Chevrolet Traverse (2016) Specs

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2013 Mini Clubman and 2016 Chevrolet Traverse Specifications

Model Year	2013	2016
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.

2016 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2016	4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review

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