| Model Year | 2012 | 2019 | |
| Model | Mini Hardtop | Subaru Forester | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 105.1 in | -8 in |
| Length | 145.6 in | 182.1 in | -36.5 in |
| Width | 66.3 in | 71.5 in | -5.2 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 67.5 in | -12.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2546 lb. | 3449 lb. | -903 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 16.6 gal. | -6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 41.2 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 58.2 in | -7.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 43.3 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.6 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 57.2 in | -12.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 39.4 in | -9.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | -11.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 | -29.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 76.1 ft3 | -52.1 ft3 |
| 2012 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 2019 Subaru Forester.