Model Year | 2013 | 2015 | |
Model | Mini Hardtop | BMW 2-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 211 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5800 330 lb-ft@1400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 105.9 in | -8.8 in |
Length | 145.6 in | 174.7 in | -29.1 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 69.8 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 55.4 in | 55.8 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2558 lb. | 3535 lb. | -977 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 13.7 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.1 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 54.4 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.5 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.5 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 53.4 in | -8.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 33.0 in | -3.1 in |
Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | -3.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | -8.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 |
2013 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 |
2015 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review |