

Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
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 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
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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. | 10.6 gal. | 2.6 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 |
2011 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 |