Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 180 lb-ft@4500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 121.2 in | -24.1 in |
Length | 143.1 in | 202.5 in | -59.4 in |
Width | 66.5 in | 76.9 in | -10.4 in |
Height | 55.5 in | 68.9 in | -13.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2855 lb. | 4494 lb. | -1639 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 37.2 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 63.0 in | -12.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.6 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.2 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 64.7 in | -25.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 27.5 in | 36.3 in | -8.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -39.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.2 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -28.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 4.2 | 83.0 ft3 | -78.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.2 ft3 | 140.6 ft3 | -136.4 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 2011 Volkswagen Routan.