Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Mini Hardtop | Audi A5 / S5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 354 hp@6800 325 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 108.3 in | -11.2 in |
Length | 145.6 in | 182.1 in | -36.5 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 73.0 in | -6.7 in |
Height | 55.4 in | 54.0 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2679 lb. | 3891 lb. | -1212 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -6.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.1 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 54.3 in | -4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.3 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.0 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 52.8 in | -8.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 31.7 in | -1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 73 in (over 2 rows) | -1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | -6.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 12 ft3 |
2012 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 |
2009 Audi A5 / S5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very comfortable seating, especially with S-line package see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD |
Awesome for a tall large-framed driver, with great armrests. see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2009 Audi A5 / S5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 170hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD |
Not room enough for sufficient leg space for both front and rear passengers at the same time. Rear seat room is tight. Makes you want to avoid having rear passengers in the car. Typical for a 2-door. see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Its a coupe. see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD |
barely fit an adult, good for toddlers only see full Audi A5 / S5 review |