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Hyundai Genesis Coupe (2011) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Hyundai Genesis Coupe Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.0 in 112.3 in -1.3 in
Length 182.3 in 191.8 in -9.5 in
Width 73.4 in 70.3 in 3.1 in
Height 54.5 in 57.1 in -2.6 in
Curb Weight 3294 lb. 3450 lb. -156 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.2 gal. 16.0 gal. 1.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.2 in 39.4 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 55.9 in 0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.0 in 53.0 in 3 in
Legroom, Row 1 44.1 in 42.2 in 1.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 34.6 in 37.2 in -2.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.8 in 53.9 in -1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.2 in 52.1 in -2.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 30.3 in 37.6 in -7.3 in
Total Legroom 74.4 in (over 2 rows) 79.8 in (over 2 rows) -5.4 in
Cargo Volume 10.0 ft3 15.1 ft3 -5.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 2dr Coupe turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Again, this car is a perfect fit for my body. see full Hyundai Genesis Coupe review
2010 2dr Coupe 306-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Good bolsters hold you in place during cornering + provide excellent long-distance support. Decent thigh support see full Hyundai Genesis Coupe review
2010 2dr Coupe turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
Great support. see full Hyundai Genesis Coupe review
2010 2dr Coupe turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
Very comfortable front seats. see full Hyundai Genesis Coupe review
2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 2dr Coupe turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
It is small and crampy. A 6 ft person will not enjoy the backseat. It is good for kids and pre teens. However the boot (trunk) is quite small compared to a honda civi. see full Hyundai Genesis Coupe review
2010 2dr Coupe 306-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Little headroom see full Hyundai Genesis Coupe review
2010 2dr Coupe turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
Seats only kids. see full Hyundai Genesis Coupe review
2010 2dr Coupe turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
The rear seat is only good for children & midgets, but its a sports car & most rear seats give up head room in this category of car. see full Hyundai Genesis Coupe review
2010 2dr Coupe turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
tiny. kids only in the back pretty much. see full Hyundai Genesis Coupe review
2010 2dr Coupe turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
No human can sit in the backseat. see full Hyundai Genesis Coupe review
2010 2dr Coupe turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
Rear seat room is horrble for a car this long, a RX-8 that is almost 10 inches shorter can easily fit people in the back better. Headroom is non-existent. see full Hyundai Genesis Coupe review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The rear legroom and seat comfort are suitable for two adults on extended trips. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2007 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2007 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
After driving this car for a half hour, my back was in pain. How absolutely useless on a roadtrip. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 
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