| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mini Roadster | Mini Convertible | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 180 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,466 mm | 2,466 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 3,729 mm | 3,635 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,684 mm | 1,689 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,384 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,285 kg | 1,295 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 40 L | 50 L | -10 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,278 mm | 1,293 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 968 mm | -968 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 991 mm | -991 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 699 mm | -699 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,059 mm (over 1 row) | 1,748 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 241 L | 119 L | 122 L |
| 2014 Mini Roadster Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Over 6ft and I need to pull the seat up two notches. All the way back my toes touch the pedals. Yippee I fit in a small car!!! see full Mini Roadster review |
| 2008 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review |