Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu Limited | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 202 hp@6300 191 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 103.0 in | 4.8 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 179.5 in | 12 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 70.1 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 65.9 in | -8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3393 lb. | 3440 lb. | -47 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 41.6 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 56.1 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 43.1 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 40.0 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.6 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 0.0 in | 54.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.0 in | -1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -17.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | -52 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited.
2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |