Mini Hardtop Mini Hardtop 2012 Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2010

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Mini Hardtop (2012) vs. Ford Explorer (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Mini Hardtop and 2010 Ford Explorer specs.

2012 Mini Hardtop and 2010 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2012 2010  
Model Mini Hardtop Ford Explorer  
Engine turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
181 hp@5500
177 lb-ft@1600
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 97.1 in 113.7 in -16.6 in
Length 145.6 in 193.4 in -47.8 in
Width 66.3 in 73.7 in -7.4 in
Height 55.4 in 72.8 in -17.4 in
Curb Weight 2723 lb. 4531 lb. -1808 lb.
Fuel Capacity 10.6 gal. 22.5 gal. -11.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.8 in 39.8 in -1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 50.3 in 59.0 in -8.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.4 in -55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 42.4 in -1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 38.7 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 44.7 in 58.9 in -14.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 55.5 in -55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 29.9 in 36.9 in -7 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.4 in -37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 53.1 in -53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 45.3 in -45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 34.9 in -34.9 in
Total Legroom 71.3 in (over 2 rows) 114.2 in (over 3 rows) -42.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 5.7 ft3 13.6 ft3 -7.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 5.7 43.9 ft3 -38.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum 24.0 ft3 83.7 ft3 -59.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mini Hardtop

2012 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

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