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2011 BMW 5-Series and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
| Model | BMW 5-Series | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 112.3 in | 4.6 in |
| Length | 193.1 in | 191.8 in | 1.3 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 70.3 in | 2.9 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 57.1 in | 0.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3814 lb. | 3415 lb. | 399 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.4 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 55.9 in | 2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.2 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 53.9 in | 2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.1 in | -52.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 37.6 in | -1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.4 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series
| 2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
| 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 |
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