

Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Ford Flex | |
Engine | supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 180 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 117.9 in | -20.8 in |
Length | 143.1 in | 202.3 in | -59.2 in |
Width | 66.5 in | 75.9 in | -9.4 in |
Height | 55.5 in | 67.6 in | -12.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2855 lb. | 4839 lb. | -1984 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 41.8 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 58.4 in | -7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.8 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 40.5 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 57.1 in | -18.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 27.5 in | 44.3 in | -16.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.7 in | -38.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.1 in | -41.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.4 in | -33.4 in |
Total Legroom | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -49.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.2 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | -15.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 4.2 | 45.0 ft3 | -40.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.2 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -82.5 ft3 |
2008 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review |
2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |