 
					 
				| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mini Convertible | Subaru Forester | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@5200 236 lb-ft@1250 | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 | |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 98.2 in | 103.0 in | -4.8 in | 
| Length | 151.1 in | 179.5 in | -28.4 in | 
| Width | 68.0 in | 70.1 in | -2.1 in | 
| Height | 55.7 in | 65.9 in | -10.2 in | 
| Curb Weight | 3115 lb. | 3440 lb. | -325 lb. | 
| Fuel Capacity | 11.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -5.3 gal. | 
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.6 in | -1.8 in | 
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 56.1 in | -5.1 in | 
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 43.1 in | -1.7 in | 
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.0 in | -1 in | 
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 55.6 in | -15.9 in | 
| Legroom, Row 2 | 30.9 in | 38.0 in | -7.1 in | 
| Total Legroom | 72.3 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -8.8 in | 
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -25.9 ft3 | 
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | -60.7 ft3 | 
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mini Convertible.
| 2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment | 
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD | The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |