Model Year | 2021 | 2011 | |
Model | Mini Hardtop | BMW 3-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 301 hp@5000 331 lb-ft@1750 |
4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.1 in | 108.7 in | -7.6 in |
Length | 157.4 in | 178.2 in | -20.8 in |
Width | 68.0 in | 71.5 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 55.8 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2958 lb. | 3815 lb. | -857 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.5 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 51.2 in | 55.4 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.5 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.0 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 55.1 in | -5.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.3 in | 34.6 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 | -11.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 40.7 ft3 | 58.0 ft3 | -17.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Mini Hardtop.
2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review |
2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Relatively small back seat room. see full BMW 3-Series review |
2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Tight for large people. Fine for kids. Smaller than a G37, much smaller than a Maxima. see full BMW 3-Series review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
tight and not too useful a space see full BMW 3-Series review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat room not as expansive as competitors. Trunk capacity could be better. see full BMW 3-Series review |