

Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Mini Hardtop | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@5200 236 lb-ft@1250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 101.1 in | -4 in |
Length | 145.6 in | 157.4 in | -11.8 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 68.0 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 56.1 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2867 lb. | 3010 lb. | -143 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.9 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 51.2 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.4 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.5 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 49.6 in | -10.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 28.1 in | 32.3 in | -4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 69.8 in (over 2 rows) | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | -3.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | -7.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 6.0 ft3 | 40.7 ft3 | -34.7 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 Mini Hardtop.