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Mini Convertible (2008) vs. Mini Roadster (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mini Convertible and 2012 Mini Roadster specs.

2008 Mini Convertible and 2012 Mini Roadster Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Mini Convertible Mini Roadster  
Engine supercharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
208 hp@6000
180 lb-ft@4500
turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
208 hp@6000
192 lb-ft@1850
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 97.1 in 97.1 in 0 in
Length 143.1 in 146.8 in -3.7 in
Width 66.5 in 66.3 in 0.2 in
Height 55.5 in 54.5 in 1 in
Curb Weight 2855 lb. 2767 lb. 88 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 10.6 gal. 2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 39.6 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 50.9 in 50.3 in 0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 41.7 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 0.0 in 38.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 39.0 in 0.0 in 39 in
Legroom, Row 2 27.5 in 0.0 in 27.5 in
Total Legroom 68.8 in (over 2 rows) 41.7 in (over 1 rows) 27.1 in
Cargo Volume 4.2 ft3 8.5 ft3 -4.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mini Convertible

2008 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mini Roadster

2012 Mini Roadster Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 2dr Convertible turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Over 6ft and I need to pull the seat up two notches. All the way back my toes touch the pedals. Yippee I fit in a small car!!! see full Mini Roadster review
 
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