

Model Year | 2006 | 2023 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Kia Forte | |
Engine | supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 154 kW@6950 244 Nm@4000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 150 kW@6000 264 Nm@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,466 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 3,635 mm | 4,641 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,689 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,410 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,295 kg | 1,366 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 53 L | -3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 986 mm | -11 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,293 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,346 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 953 mm | 15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 991 mm | 1,405 mm | 990 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,298 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 699 mm | 907 mm | -208 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,748 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 119 L | 433 L | -314 L |
2006 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat is usable only as a package tray, though it does serve to hold a second carry-on bag. see full Mini Convertible review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.