Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Buick Regal | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 182 hp@6700 172 lb-ft@4900 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 164 hp@6400 159 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,738 mm | 2,852 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,831 mm | 4,872 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,857 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,483 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,662 kg | 1,610 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 61 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 1,001 mm | 985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 945 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,328 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 955 mm | -8 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 402 L | 428 L | -26 L |
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review |
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal review |
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 |