Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Mini Hardtop | BMW Z4 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 98.2 in | -1.1 in |
Length | 145.6 in | 161.9 in | -16.3 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 70.1 in | -3.8 in |
Height | 55.4 in | 49.9 in | 5.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2546 lb. | 3108 lb. | -562 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 37.3 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 52.5 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.0 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 0.0 in | 44.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 0.0 in | 29.9 in |
Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 29.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 9.2 ft3 | -3.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 9.2 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 |
2008 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
nevr a backache, I am a six footer that arrives refreshed and never feel cramped. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2009 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
heated seats, great driving position, great visability see full Mini Hardtop review |
2008 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I drove a John Cooperworks MINI and I found the front seat to be incredibly flat and unsupportive. It was the complete opposite of the GTI seats, and a big part of why I purchased the GTI instead see full Mini Hardtop review |
2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
There is no room for anyone other than a child see full Mini Hardtop review |
2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Smallish seats made the front feel kinda cheap. The middle armrest was also a very hard plastic, but the door was slightly softer plastic. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Despite being a hatchback, not a lot of headroom in the back, almost as same as the Mustang. Seats were more upright and headrest should have been integrated into seatbacks; rather, it was mostly a nuisance. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
too small for adults see full Mini Hardtop review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The roof line is so low that tall people do not fit. When I tested the car my head was touching the roofliner. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
no back seats see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |