Model Year | 2007 | 2021 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Volkswagen Arteon | |
Engine | supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 180 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 268 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@1950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 111.9 in | -14.8 in |
Length | 143.1 in | 191.6 in | -48.5 in |
Width | 66.5 in | 73.7 in | -7.2 in |
Height | 55.5 in | 56.9 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2855 lb. | 3686 lb. | -831 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 17.4 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 37.7 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 56.5 in | -5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.0 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 54.7 in | -15.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 27.5 in | 40.2 in | -12.7 in |
Total Legroom | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -12.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.2 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | -23 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.2 ft3 | 56.2 ft3 | -52 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat is usable only as a package tray, though it does serve to hold a second carry-on bag. see full Mini Convertible review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon.