Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 181 hp@5500 177 lb-ft@1600 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 113.2 in | -16.1 in |
Length | 145.6 in | 200.2 in | -54.6 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 76.2 in | -9.9 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 68.0 in | -12.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2922 lb. | 4330 lb. | -1408 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -6.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 59.4 in | -9.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.5 in | -56.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.9 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.0 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 58.7 in | -19.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 28.1 in | 39.8 in | -11.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 69.8 in (over 2 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -43.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.0 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -11.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 6.0 | 48.3 ft3 | -42.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 6.0 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -94.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mini Convertible.
2011 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review |