

Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Kia Forte | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 106.3 in | -9.2 in |
Length | 145.6 in | 179.5 in | -33.9 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 70.1 in | -3.8 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 56.3 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2867 lb. | 3011 lb. | -144 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 56.1 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.2 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.3 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 54.9 in | -15.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 28.1 in | 35.9 in | -7.8 in |
Total Legroom | 69.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -8.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 6.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -8.9 ft3 |
2009 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.