The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox:
Automatic
Automatic
Engine:
1.6 Petrol
1.6 Petrol
Performance
Power:
211 HP
122 HP
Torque:
280 NM
160 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
n/a seconds
11.9 seconds
Mini Cooper S engine produces 89 HP more power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 120 NM more than BMW 3 series.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
6.4
Fuel tank capacity:
50 litres
63 litres
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Dimensions
Length:
3.73 m
4.53 m
Width:
1.68 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.41 m
1.42 m
Mini Cooper S is smaller. Mini Cooper S is 80 cm shorter than the BMW 3 series, 14 cm narrower, while the height of Mini Cooper S is 1 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
160 litres
460 litres
BMW 3 series has more luggage space. Mini Cooper S has 300 litres less trunk space than the BMW 3 series.
Turning diameter:
10.7 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Mini Cooper S is 0.3 metres less than that of the BMW 3 series.
