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Subaru Outback (2008) vs. Mini Hardtop (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Subaru Outback and 2012 Mini Hardtop specs.

2008 Subaru Outback and 2012 Mini Hardtop Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Subaru Outback Mini Hardtop  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Wagon 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.1 in 97.1 in 8 in
Length 188.7 in 145.6 in 43.1 in
Width 69.7 in 66.3 in 3.4 in
Height 63.2 in 55.4 in 7.8 in
Curb Weight 3330 lb. 2546 lb. 784 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.9 gal. 10.6 gal. 6.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 38.8 in 1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.4 in 50.3 in 4.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.0 in 0.0 in 51 in
Legroom, Row 1 44.1 in 41.4 in 2.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.1 in 37.6 in 1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.7 in 44.7 in 9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.6 in 0.0 in 52.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.9 in 29.9 in 4 in
Total Legroom 78 in (over 2 rows) 71.3 in (over 2 rows) 6.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 33.5 ft3 5.7 ft3 27.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.2 ft3 24.0 ft3 42.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Outback

2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review
2007 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review
2007 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
2007 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mini Hardtop

2012 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review
2012 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop review
 
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