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Mini Clubman (2017) vs. Subaru Forester (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2017 Mini Clubman and 2012 Subaru Forester specs.

2017 Mini Clubman and 2012 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2017 2012  
Model Mini Clubman Subaru Forester  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
228 hp@5200
236 lb-ft@1250
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
224 hp@5600
226 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.1 in 103.0 in 2.1 in
Length 168.3 in 179.5 in -11.2 in
Width 70.9 in 70.1 in 0.8 in
Height 56.7 in 65.9 in -9.2 in
Curb Weight 3486 lb. 3440 lb. 46 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 16.9 gal. -3.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.2 in 41.6 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.7 in 56.1 in -1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 43.1 in -1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.0 in 40.0 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.8 in 55.6 in -2.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.3 in 38.0 in -3.7 in
Total Legroom 75.7 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -5.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.5 ft3 33.5 ft3 -16 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 47.9 ft3 68.3 ft3 -20.4 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Mini Clubman

2017 Mini Clubman Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The Mini Clubman's standard seats have a non-adjustable lumbar area that bulges far too much for my back. Your back and impression of the seats could differ. Or get any level of the leather upholstery (starting at $750 for partial leather, plus $300 for the required sport buckets that are standard on the S) and the lumbar support becomes adjustable. see full Mini Clubman review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Mini Clubman

2017 Mini Clubman Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr Wagon turbocharged 189hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual AWD
The sport seats in the basic black leatherette are nicely bolstered though not overly enveloping like seats in my FR-S. This means it hits a nice middle ground of comfort but still keeping you from being thrown around in aggressive driving. The manually adjusted seats are easily positioned to a comfortable state after you figure out which of the 4 levers is doing what. The adjustible thigh support is especially nice and not something I often see in this segment. see full Mini Clubman review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Forester

2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review
 
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