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2012 Buick LaCrosse and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
| Model | Buick LaCrosse | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 303 hp@6800 264 lb-ft@5300 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 112.3 in | -0.6 in |
| Length | 196.9 in | 191.8 in | 5.1 in |
| Width | 73.1 in | 70.3 in | 2.8 in |
| Height | 59.2 in | 57.1 in | 2.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 3645 lb. | 400 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 39.4 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 55.9 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.0 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.2 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 37.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 53.9 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 52.1 in | 1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 37.6 in | 2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 2.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.8 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | -4.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Buick LaCrosse
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
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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