

Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Mini Hardtop | Mini Hardtop | |
Engine | supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 207 hp@6950 180 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@5500 192 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 97.1 in | 0 in |
Length | 143.1 in | 145.6 in | -2.5 in |
Width | 66.5 in | 66.3 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 55.4 in | 55.4 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 2679 lb. | 2668 lb. | 11 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 11.0 gal. | 2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 50.3 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.6 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 44.7 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.3 in | 29.9 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 72.6 in (over 2 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.6 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 25.0 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Good support. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
what room? see full Mini Hardtop review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are okay for choildren or small adults. Since all in my family are smaller than average, we can handle short rides in the back. More normal sized people may feel somewhat cramped, especially if someone with long legs sits in front. gae see full Mini Hardtop review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat not usable for passengers. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2007 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
what room? see full Mini Hardtop review |