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2009 Mini Hardtop and 2008 Saturn AURA Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mini Hardtop | Saturn AURA | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 112.3 in | -15.2 in |
| Length | 145.6 in | 190.9 in | -45.3 in |
| Width | 66.3 in | 70.3 in | -4 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 57.6 in | -2.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2668 lb. | 3660 lb. | -992 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.4 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 55.9 in | -5.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.4 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 54.0 in | -9.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.2 in | -52.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 37.6 in | -7.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -8.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -9.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 9.1 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 2008 Saturn AURA
| 2008 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room for legs and headroom, even for a tall person. Everything seems to be reachable. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It has plenty of room for legs and is comfortable. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The seats have sufficient support for longer trips. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 224-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My legs are very very long. tried Honda Accord, Nissan Altima and Nissan Maxima. Sit in this, drive it, buy it. its that simple. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Leather and room. heated seats. Killer stock audio system. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is obvious that a lot of thought was poured into the design of the rear seat area and the effect is outstanding see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2008 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Less leg room than the Milan and I had less headroom because of the installed sunroof. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Aura had less rear headroom. When I set in the rear seat, my head was right against the edge of the rear glass mounting. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat room is adequate for normal sized adults. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 224-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Difficult to enter and exit. Low roof bangs head, B post trim causes bruising for tall driver when entering see full Saturn AURA review |
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