2017 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door
When we compare the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle's and the 2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The 2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle's and the 2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle is a better car than the 2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door.
2017 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door Pricing
A used 2017 Volkswagen Beetle ranges from $12,993 to $25,970 while a used 2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door is priced between $13,714 to $24,494.
2017 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle loses 35.8 percent of its value and the 2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door loses 35.2 percent of its value. This means the 2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door retains 0.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Volkswagen Beetleās base engine makes 170 horsepower, and the 2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door base engine makes 134 horsepower. The Beetle is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles. The Hardtop 2 Door is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 441 miles.This gives the 2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle the advantage in maximum range. The Beetle uses regular unleaded, and the Hardtop 2 Door uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
12993 - 25970
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.357632
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13714 - 24494
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.351601
Volkswagen Beetle Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
MINI Hardtop 2 Door Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Volkswagen Beetle Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 28Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 28Ranking
19 out of / 43Ranking
22 out of / 43MINI Hardtop 2 Door Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
2 out of / 17Ranking
2 out of / 17Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
11 out of / 28Ranking
12 out of / 17Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 28Ranking
17 out of / 24Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
27 out of / 43Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
29 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Volkswagen Beetle Trim Levels
#PinkBeetle, 1.8T Classic, 1.8T Dune, 1.8T S, 1.8T SE, 1.8T SEL, R-Line SEL
2017 MINI Hardtop 2 Door Trim Levels
Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
134 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 479 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 38 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
325 / 441 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
47.8 inches
Cargo Space:
8.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3018 lbs
Width:
71.2 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
168.4 inches
Wheelbase:
100 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2625 lbs
Width:
76.1 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
151.1 inches
Wheelbase:
98.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
175/65R15