Mini Clubman (2013) vs. Subaru Forester (2018) Specs

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2013 Mini Clubman and 2018 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year	2013	2018
Model	Mini Clubman	Subaru Forester
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850	turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable CVT
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	3dr Wagon	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	100.3 in	103.9 in	-3.6 in
Length	155.0 in	180.9 in	-25.9 in
Width	66.3 in	70.7 in	-4.4 in
Height	56.1 in	66.4 in	-10.3 in
Curb Weight	2899 lb.	3653 lb.	-754 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	15.9 gal.	-2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.0 in	41.4 in	-2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	50.3 in	57.0 in	-6.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	53.9 in	-53.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	43.0 in	-1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.7 in	39.8 in	-2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	45.9 in	56.5 in	-10.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.0 in	-53 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.3 in	38.0 in	-5.7 in
Total Legroom	73.7 in (over 2 rows)	81 in (over 2 rows)	-7.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.2 ft³	34.4 ft³	-25.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	32.8 ft³	74.7 ft³	-41.9 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

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2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2017	4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD	- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review

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