Specs at a Glance
2018 MINI Clubman
Basic Warranty
4 yr/50,000 mi
Starting MSRP
$24,800 *
2018 Subaru Outback
Basic Warranty
3 yr/36,000 mi
Starting MSRP
$25,895
2018 MINI Clubman vs 2018 Subaru Outback
Serving Ramsey, Clifton, and Wayne
With its six-door style, the 2018 MINI Clubman is more than a hatchback. In fact, it is often measured against SUVs, such as the 2018 Subaru Outback. The Clubman makes a case for itself in curb appeal and personalized interiors.
Stylish Exterior
Looking like many other SUVs on the road, the Subaru Outback is a typical example of automotive style today. The iconic shape of the 2018 MINI Clubman is unmistakable. Racecar heritage is imbued in every rounded curve that forms the squared-off shape. The grinning grille is flanked by eye-like headlamps and a nose-like vent in the hood. While Subarus are always one color, MINI Clubman models can have a white roof, a black roof or even a melted silver tone roof. Shoppers can make a statement with the Clubman by adding racing black or white hood stripes. These can be paired, if you wish, with a Black Jack Moon or a Union Jack flag. You can also get a checkered roof decal in white and black or gray and black. If you like the Clubman John Cooper Works edition, the side stripes, hood stripes, mirrors and roof are an exciting red.
Exciting Cabin Design
The Outback, like most vehicles on the commercial market today, comes in a limited interior color palette with very little personality. The 2018 MINI Clubman definitely goes its own way with more choices and colors as well as interesting interior shapes. For a rich look, you can go for shades of Indigo Blue or Pure Burgundy in rich leathers. MINI uses these colors as accents as well to bring even more flair to the package. The carbon black cloth choice wears a racy double stripe. A leatherette comes in black pearl. There’s a dash of MINI magic in the checkered dash surface. Matching the steering wheel in size, a circle of light surrounds the audio touchscreen. Available in 6.5-inch or 8.8-inch sizes, you can coordinate streaming audio choices and utilize a handy rearview camera system. Visual interest elements continue with adjustable lighting on the doors, footwell, and center stack. With different settings and many colors, you’ve got the chance to be your own interior designer whenever the mood strikes you. The Subaru has a typical liftback, but the MINI Clubman has double rear doors, which be opened with a foot sensor.
European Drivability
If you are looking at a 2018 Subaru Outback, you are probably interested in its all-wheel drive. The 2018 MINI Clubman has all-wheel drive on three models. ALL4 is a dynamic feature designed for real-time response to road challenges. In less than a tenth of a second, the system reacts to road conditions. It’s ready for a patch of ice or a long stretch of dry road. Regardless of surface conditions, it will retain its grip on the road. When you hit curves at full speed or encounter difficult challenges, the 2018 MINI Clubman is ready. You’ll enjoy a European feel to driving that is both exhilarating and confidence-building. Wrapping up the powertrain package, the MINI has an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Now it’s your turn to make a statement. Take a test drive of the 2018 MINI Clubman at our dealership and tell us what you think of its unique style.
* Model year 2018 MSRP does not include destination and handling charge of $850 and excludes license, registration, taxes and options and labor to install. Certain features may be optional.
