

Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Kia Optima | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@5500 177 lb-ft@1600 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 107.1 in | -10 in |
Length | 145.6 in | 189.0 in | -43.4 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 71.1 in | -4.8 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 58.3 in | -2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2911 lb. | 3294 lb. | -383 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.8 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 57.1 in | -6.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 43.7 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.0 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 56.3 in | -17.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.7 in | -54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 28.1 in | 37.8 in | -9.7 in |
Total Legroom | 69.8 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -11.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 6.0 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -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 2009 Kia Optima.