Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Genesis | Chevrolet Malibu | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.5 in | 112.3 in | 6.2 in |
Length | 196.5 in | 191.8 in | 4.7 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 70.3 in | 4.1 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 57.1 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4138 lb. | 3450 lb. | 688 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.3 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 39.4 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 55.9 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 53.0 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.7 in | 42.2 in | 3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 37.2 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 53.9 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 52.1 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 37.6 in | -2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 0.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
2015 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | Unlike in the past, the Cadillac CTS is smaller and lighter than its direct competitors. Instead, the strategy of fielding a larger, heavier car has passed to Hyundai. The new Genesis is about the same length as the old one, and is only an inch longer than the Cadillac (196.5 vs. 195.5 inches). But it rides on a considerably longer wheelbase (118.5 vs. 114.6 inches) and is also significantly wider (74.4 vs. 72.2 inches). These more generous dimensions pay off in about three more inches of rear legroom and over two more inches of rear shoulder room. Based on interior measurements, the Genesis is actually a large sedan, not a midsize. Still, all is not golden in the back seat of the Genesis. Its cushion is mounted a little too low to provide sufficient thigh support (typical in this segment), and its backrest felt like it was reclined a bit too much. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Hyundai Genesis.
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue 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 |
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. 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 |