Mini Clubman (2012) vs. Ford Escape (2009) Specs

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2012 Mini Clubman and 2009 Ford Escape Specifications

Model Year	2012	2009
Model	Mini Clubman	Ford Escape
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850	3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	3dr Wagon	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	100.3 in	103.1 in	-2.8 in
Length	155.0 in	174.7 in	-19.7 in
Width	66.3 in	71.1 in	-4.8 in
Height	56.1 in	67.7 in	-11.6 in
Curb Weight	2844 lb.	3369 lb.	-525 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	16.5 gal.	-3.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.0 in	40.4 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	50.3 in	56.6 in	-6.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	53.3 in	-53.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	41.6 in	-0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.7 in	39.2 in	-1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	45.9 in	55.9 in	-10 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	49.1 in	-49.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.3 in	35.6 in	-3.3 in
Total Legroom	73.7 in (over 2 rows)	77.2 in (over 2 rows)	-3.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.2 ft³	29.2 ft³	-20 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	32.8 ft³	66.3 ft³	-33.5 ft³

2012 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 2012 Mini Clubman.

2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review
2009	4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review
2008	4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review
2008	4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD	Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review
2008	4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD	plenty of room see full Ford Escape review

2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD	Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review
2008	4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD	The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review
2008	4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD	The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review

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