Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Mini Hardtop | BMW 7-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 360 hp@6300 360 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 117.7 in | -20.6 in |
Length | 145.6 in | 198.4 in | -52.8 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 74.9 in | -8.6 in |
Height | 55.4 in | 58.7 in | -3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2679 lb. | 4486 lb. | -1807 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 23.3 gal. | -12.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 59.3 in | -9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.3 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.5 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 58.7 in | -14 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 37.2 in | -7.3 in |
Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -7.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -12.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | 6 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 BMW 7-Series.