| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 | |
| Model | Mini Hardtop | Acura ILX | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@5500 177 lb-ft@1600 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6800 180 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 105.1 in | -8 in |
| Length | 145.6 in | 181.9 in | -36.3 in |
| Width | 66.3 in | 70.6 in | -4.3 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 55.6 in | -0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2712 lb. | 3093 lb. | -381 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -2.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.0 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 55.6 in | -5.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 50.3 in | -50.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.3 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 35.9 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 53.5 in | -8.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.7 in | -51.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 34.0 in | -4.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | -5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | -6.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 11.7 ft3 |
| 2008 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
nevr a backache, I am a six footer that arrives refreshed and never feel cramped. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
heated seats, great driving position, great visability see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2008 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I drove a John Cooperworks MINI and I found the front seat to be incredibly flat and unsupportive. It was the complete opposite of the GTI seats, and a big part of why I purchased the GTI instead see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
There is no room for anyone other than a child see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Smallish seats made the front feel kinda cheap. The middle armrest was also a very hard plastic, but the door was slightly softer plastic. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Despite being a hatchback, not a lot of headroom in the back, almost as same as the Mustang. Seats were more upright and headrest should have been integrated into seatbacks; rather, it was mostly a nuisance. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
too small for adults see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The roof line is so low that tall people do not fit. When I tested the car my head was touching the roofliner. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Acura ILX.