Model Year | 2007 | 2015 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Kia Optima | |
Engine | supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 180 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 110.0 in | -12.9 in |
Length | 143.1 in | 190.7 in | -47.6 in |
Width | 66.5 in | 72.1 in | -5.6 in |
Height | 55.5 in | 57.9 in | -2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2855 lb. | 3468 lb. | -613 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.0 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 57.3 in | -6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.7 in | -54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 45.5 in | -4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.6 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 55.7 in | -16.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 27.5 in | 34.7 in | -7.2 in |
Total Legroom | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | -11.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 4.2 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -11.2 ft3 |
2007 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 |
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 2015 Kia Optima.