Mini Clubman (2012) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2006) Specs

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2012 Mini Clubman and 2006 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year	2012	2006
Model	Mini Clubman	Mazda Mazda6
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	3dr Wagon	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	100.3 in	105.3 in	-5 in
Length	155.0 in	186.8 in	-31.8 in
Width	66.3 in	70.1 in	-3.8 in
Height	56.1 in	56.7 in	-0.6 in
Curb Weight	2844 lb.	3697 lb.	-853 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	18.0 gal.	-4.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.0 in	38.7 in	0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	50.3 in	56.1 in	-5.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	54.7 in	-54.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	42.3 in	-0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.7 in	36.7 in	1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	45.9 in	54.9 in	-9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	54.1 in	-54.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.3 in	36.5 in	-4.2 in
Total Legroom	73.7 in (over 2 rows)	78.8 in (over 2 rows)	-5.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.2 ft³	22.0 ft³	-12.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	32.8 ft³	58.7 ft³	-25.9 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.

2006 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD	It took a while for me to adjust the seat properly, but after I did, I have to say the seating position and comfort rivaled many European sedans I have driven. I was not used to this level of comfort from an Asian-designed automobile. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2005	4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I can fit three car seats in it. I can put my seat as far back as I need to and most adults can still sit comfortably in the back. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2005	4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Large enough for a six foot fiver and still room in the back. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

2006 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	front seat is designed to short for taller people. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD	For short trips the Speed6 is fine. Longer than 2 hours in the car kills my back. Maybe the seats are cheaper in the Sport vs. the GT. Fortunately I've only taken 1 or 2 very long trips in it. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD	Too small for adults. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

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