| Model Year | 2009 | 2020 | |
| Model | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 101.1 in | 2 in |
| Length | 173.8 in | 157.4 in | 16.4 in |
| Width | 68.5 in | 68.0 in | 0.5 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 56.1 in | 2.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3075 lb. | 2870 lb. | 205 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 6.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 51.2 in | 3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.4 in | 2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.5 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 49.6 in | 3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 32.3 in | 1.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 5.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.4 ft3 | 40.7 ft3 | 3.7 ft3 |
| 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The seats are bolstered in the right spots, firm and not mushy. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very spacious for a car in this category and much better than many luxury brands i.e. lexus is250 see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The seats are relatively comfortable and the fabric is fair to good quality and feel. Definitely felt more comfortable to drive then a Lancer. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
| 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
The car was too small to drive comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
My growing children could not ride comfortably for any length of time in this backseat. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Too small to drive comfortably for long distances. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
My children did not fit comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Small car, little room, nuff said. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Mini Hardtop.