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Mini Hardtop (2006) vs. Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Mini Hardtop and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI specs.

2006 Mini Hardtop and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2006 2009  
Model Mini Hardtop Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI  
Engine supercharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
207 hp@6950
180 lb-ft@4000
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1800
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 97.1 in 101.5 in -4.4 in
Length 143.1 in 165.8 in -22.7 in
Width 66.5 in 69.3 in -2.8 in
Height 55.4 in 58.4 in -3 in
Curb Weight 2679 lb. 3097 lb. -418 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 14.5 gal. -1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.8 in 39.3 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 50.9 in 54.7 in -3.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 41.2 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 38.5 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 44.7 in 54.6 in -9.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 31.3 in 35.3 in -4 in
Total Legroom 72.6 in (over 2 rows) 76.5 in (over 2 rows) -3.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 5.6 ft3 15.1 ft3 -9.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 25.0 ft3 41.8 ft3 -16.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mini Hardtop

2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI

2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
A lot of rear leg rrom when compared to the Mazda3 and A3 which I also looked at. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good room for a small car. Four adults can ride comfortably. Plenty of cargo room with the rear seats down. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
They are supportive with good leg support. The seat side bolsters hold driver in place. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Front seats are extremely supportive and even heated with the Interlagos cloth option see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Quite possibly the most comfortable front seats I have ever sat in. It is as if they were pulled straight from an Audi and placed in the GTI. An added bonus is the heated cloth, which is unusual because usually you need to option cold leather for heat. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Plenty of shoulder/elbow/head room. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Adequate for 2 adults to sit comfortably. High roof, adequate legroom. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Plenty of space, good lumbar support, nice side bolstering. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It works fine for me, but if you have adults that use the rear seat often they may find it a little uncomfortable for long trips. The legroom is decent, but the seats are a bit hard and not all that ergonomic. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
 
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