Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Mini Hardtop | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@5500 177 lb-ft@1600 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 121.2 in | -24.1 in |
Length | 145.6 in | 202.5 in | -56.9 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 76.9 in | -10.6 in |
Height | 55.4 in | 68.9 in | -13.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2712 lb. | 4621 lb. | -1909 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.0 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -9.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.8 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 63.0 in | -12.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.6 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.2 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 64.7 in | -20 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 36.3 in | -6.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -37.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -26.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 5.7 | 83.0 ft3 | -77.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -117 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2008 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
2010 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |