Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Mini Hardtop | Ford Flex | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 117.9 in | -20.8 in |
Length | 145.6 in | 202.3 in | -56.7 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 75.9 in | -9.6 in |
Height | 55.4 in | 67.6 in | -12.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2679 lb. | 4839 lb. | -2160 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -8.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 41.8 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 58.4 in | -8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.8 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.5 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 57.1 in | -12.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 44.3 in | -14.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.7 in | -38.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.1 in | -41.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.4 in | -33.4 in |
Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -47.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | -13.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 5.7 | 45.0 ft3 | -39.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -62.7 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 |
2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |