Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.5 in | 4.8 in |
Length | 188.3 in | 173.5 in | 14.8 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 70.5 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 56.8 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 3549 lb. | -252 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 37.5 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 54.7 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.7 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 35.8 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 41.5 in | 14.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 32.5 in | 6 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 6.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 4.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.
2011 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |