| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mini Hardtop | Acura TSX | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 106.4 in | -9.3 in |
| Length | 145.6 in | 189.2 in | -43.6 in |
| Width | 66.3 in | 72.4 in | -6.1 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 57.9 in | -2.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2668 lb. | 3809 lb. | -1141 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 37.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 57.8 in | -7.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.6 in | -55.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.4 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 56.1 in | -11.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.2 in | -54.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 34.3 in | -4.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | -5.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 31.5 ft3 | -25.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | -42.2 ft3 |
| 2011 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2012 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the heated front seats exceptionally comfortable. I am 6' 2" and have very good room. Note, however, that my wife finds the forward lean in the headrests uncomfortable. see full Acura TSX review |