Mini Clubman (2014) vs. Toyota Highlander (2011) Specs

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2014 Mini Clubman and 2011 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year	2014	2011
Model	Mini Clubman	Toyota Highlander
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	3dr Wagon	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	100.3 in	109.8 in	-9.5 in
Length	155.0 in	188.4 in	-33.4 in
Width	66.3 in	75.2 in	-8.9 in
Height	56.1 in	68.1 in	-12 in
Curb Weight	2899 lb.	4045 lb.	-1146 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	19.2 gal.	-6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.0 in	40.6 in	-1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	50.3 in	59.7 in	-9.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	56.7 in	-56.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	43.2 in	-1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.7 in	40.1 in	-2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	45.9 in	59.5 in	-13.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	56.5 in	-56.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.3 in	38.3 in	-6 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	36.3 in	-36.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	55.0 in	-55 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	42.3 in	-42.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	29.2 in	-29.2 in
Total Legroom	73.7 in (over 2 rows)	110.7 in (over 3 rows)	-37 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.2 ft³	10.3 ft³	-1.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	9.2	42.3 ft³	-33.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum	32.8 ft³	95.4 ft³	-62.6 ft³

2014 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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2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review
2010	4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review

2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review
2011	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD	Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review

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