Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Mini Hardtop | BMW Z4 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 211 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1750 |
3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 255 hp@6600 220 lb-ft@2750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
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 | 2558 lb. | 3108 lb. | -550 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -3.9 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 | 11.9 ft3 | -6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 11.9 ft3 | 12.1 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 |
2006 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 |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I find the front seat, even heated, to have great lumbar support, my sciatica does not bother me even when I have to use the clutch. Those with long legs are amazed at all the leg room available. see full BMW Z4 review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
enough leg room for a six-footer (unlike the Miata we almost bought) see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. 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 |