Model Year | 2012 | 2021 | |
Model | Mini Clubman | Kia Soul | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 3dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,548 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 3,937 mm | 4,196 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,684 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,600 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,290 kg | 1,377 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 54 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 991 mm | 1,001 mm | 990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,278 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 958 mm | 1,003 mm | 957 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,166 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 820 mm | 986 mm | -166 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,872 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 261 L | 685 L | -424 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 929 L | 1,758 L | 928 L |
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.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Soul.