| Model Year | 2009 | 2015 | |
| Model | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Mini Paceman | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 102.2 in | 0.9 in |
| Length | 180.3 in | 162.2 in | 18.1 in |
| Width | 68.5 in | 70.3 in | -1.8 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 59.9 in | -1.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3075 lb. | 2940 lb. | 135 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 4.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 52.6 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 40.4 in | 3.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 52.0 in | 1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 33.7 in | -0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 74.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 11.7 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.3 ft3 | 38.1 ft3 | -26.8 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 2015 Mini Paceman.