Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
Model | Mini Hardtop | Hyundai Genesis | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 115.6 in | -18.5 in |
Length | 145.6 in | 196.3 in | -50.7 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 74.4 in | -8.1 in |
Height | 55.4 in | 58.1 in | -2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2546 lb. | 3824 lb. | -1278 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.0 gal. | 19.3 gal. | -8.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.4 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 58.3 in | -8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 44.3 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.7 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 57.9 in | -13.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.3 in | -54.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 38.6 in | -8.7 in |
Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | -11.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -10.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 8.1 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 |
2013 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Climate controls (heat and cooling) are great for the driver. Let's add cooling for the passenger. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I am 6'3" and have more than enough head and leg room. Front seat width room is great see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very comfortable even on a 4hr drive. see full Hyundai Genesis review |