| Model Year | 2010 | 2021 | |
| Model | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 301 hp@5000 331 lb-ft@1750 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| 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 | 3395 lb. | 2958 lb. | 437 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 |
| 2010 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is no lumbar support which makes it tough for drives over 2 hours. The seats could be better for its class. I think Subaru remedied this issue in the new body style, however. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Mini Hardtop.