2025 BMW
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2024 MINI
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| MPG - City | 24 - 27 MPG | 25 - 29 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 33 - 35 MPG | 33 - 38 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 134 - 228 hp |
| Exterior Length | 187.9 in | 152.2 - 152.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.9 in | 68.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.8 in
Rear 32.5 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 30.9 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.6 in
Rear 36.1 in |
Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.0 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will feel a little more squished in the BMW 430 than in the MINI Convertible, due to the BMW 430's smaller rear head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the BMW 430 and the MINI Convertible in the front seats.
Convenience
With the BMW 430 you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the MINI Convertible, due to its larger tank size and better fuel economy.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW 430 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the MINI Convertible, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the BMW 430 is much wider than the MINI Convertible, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the BMW 430, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the MINI Convertible.
Handling
The BMW 430 has a larger turning radius than the MINI Convertible, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 430 has a much more powerful engine than the MINI Convertible. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the BMW 430 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the MINI Convertible.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW 430 and the MINI Convertible.