| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 | |
| Model | Mini Hardtop | Subaru Crosstrek | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 103.7 in | -6.6 in |
| Length | 145.6 in | 175.2 in | -29.6 in |
| Width | 66.3 in | 70.1 in | -3.8 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 63.6 in | -8.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2546 lb. | 3109 lb. | -563 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.8 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 55.6 in | -5.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 43.5 in | -2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 54.2 in | -9.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 35.4 in | -5.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | -7.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 22.3 ft3 | -16.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 51.9 ft3 | -27.9 ft3 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek.