Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | |
Model | Mini Hardtop | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@5500 192 lb-ft@1700 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 235 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 101.5 in | -4.4 in |
Length | 145.6 in | 173.5 in | -27.9 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 70.5 in | -4.2 in |
Height | 55.4 in | 56.8 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2712 lb. | 3686 lb. | -974 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 37.5 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 54.7 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.7 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 35.8 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 41.5 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 32.5 in | -2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | -2.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 |
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 |
2007 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Sedan feeling with 10-way power/heated seats blended with sports-car suspension and handling. A real glove box that is cooled by the A/C. Pockets on side doors are handy for storage. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD |
That it exists! Gets used as more of a parcel shelf than rear seat but can fit two passengers comfortably when needed. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Seat is small and okay for short trips. Adults fit okay when the top is down, access is tight witht the top up. see full Volkswagen Eos review |