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2018 Subaru Forester and 2008 Mini Hardtop Specifications
| Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
| Model | Subaru Forester | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@5500 177 lb-ft@1600 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 97.1 in | 6.8 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 145.6 in | 35.3 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 66.3 in | 4.4 in |
| Height | 66.4 in | 55.4 in | 11 in |
| Curb Weight | 3653 lb. | 2668 lb. | 985 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 11.0 gal. | 4.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 38.8 in | 2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 50.3 in | 6.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.0 in | 41.4 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.6 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 44.7 in | 11.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 29.9 in | 8.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 9.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | 28.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | 50.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Subaru Forester
| 2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2017 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mini Hardtop
| 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 |
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