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2009 Mini Hardtop and 2009 Honda Civic Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mini Hardtop | Honda Civic | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 104.3 in | -7.2 in |
| Length | 145.6 in | 174.8 in | -29.2 in |
| Width | 66.3 in | 68.9 in | -2.6 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 53.5 in | 1.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2668 lb. | 2877 lb. | -209 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.0 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 53.9 in | -3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 35.1 in | 2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 52.1 in | -7.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.2 in | -49.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 30.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 | -5.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mini Hardtop
| 2009 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 |
| 2009 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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 |
| 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 |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
too small for adults see full Mini Hardtop review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Civic
| 2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review |
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