Model Year | 2021 | 2011 | |
Model | Volkswagen Atlas | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6200 266 lb-ft@2750 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.3 in | 112.3 in | 5 in |
Length | 200.7 in | 191.8 in | 8.9 in |
Width | 78.4 in | 70.3 in | 8.1 in |
Height | 70.1 in | 57.1 in | 13 in |
Curb Weight | 4425 lb. | 3645 lb. | 780 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 39.4 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 55.9 in | 5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 53.0 in | 5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.2 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 37.2 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.8 in | 53.9 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 52.1 in | 5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.6 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.3 in | 0.0 in | 38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.1 in | 0.0 in | 45.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.7 in | 0.0 in | 33.7 in |
Total Legroom | 113 in (over 3 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 33.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.6 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 5.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 55.5 ft3 | 15.1 | 40.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 96.8 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas.
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review |