 
					 
				| Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
| Model | Mini Convertible | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 115 hp@6000 110 lb-ft@4500 | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 118 hp@6000 114 lb-ft@4250 | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | |||
| Difference | |||
| Total Legroom | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 0 mm | 
| 2008 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 | 
| 2007 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment | 
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD | too small for adults see full Mini Hardtop review | 
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD | The roof line is so low that tall people do not fit. When I tested the car my head was touching the roofliner. see full Mini Hardtop review | 
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review | 
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD | what room? see full Mini Hardtop review |