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2016 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Acura MDX Specifications
| Model Year | 2016 | 2006 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Acura MDX | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 106.3 in | 5.1 in |
| Length | 193.8 in | 188.7 in | 5.1 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 77.0 in | -4 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 68.7 in | -11 in |
| Curb Weight | 3086 lb. | 4471 lb. | -1385 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 20.4 gal. | -7.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.4 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 61.2 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 56.9 in | -2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.5 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.0 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 61.1 in | -4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 56.3 in | -2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.1 in | -36.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 58.6 in | -58.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.5 in | -48.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.3 in | -29.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 108.6 in (over 3 rows) | -28.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.8 | 49.6 ft3 | -33.8 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 81.5 ft3 | -65.7 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2016 | Chevrolet's designers styled the new Malibu's instrument panel to appear low and out of the way, such that the front seat feels especially roomy and the view forward seems more open than in most competitors, including the Kia (the instrument panel in which seems significantly higher and more imposing). In the tested car, which had every option except the panoramic sunroof, headroom was so abundant I could have worn a fedora. The Kia Optima might have as much front headroom when similarly without a sunroof. The official specs, which often don't reflect real world differences, suggest it should have even more than the Malibu. But you cannot get a highly equipped Optima without the sunroof, as it's part of a large package on the SX and standard on the SX Limited. Though the Malibu's windshield is relatively large, you won't find outward visibility among the reasons to buy one. The Chevrolet's front pillars remain on the thick side, its instrument panel is considerably deeper than the Kia's, and the view to the sides and rear also could be more open. In the Optima, the view to the sides is more open but that to the rear is not. I did find the Cherolet's front seats more form-fitting and comfortable than the Optima's. The Kia's quilted seats aren't as cushy as they appear. see full Chevrolet Malibu review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Acura MDX
| 2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The 3rd row seat can eaily seat 2 adults or even 3 kids see full Acura MDX review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very comfortable for long trips of 500 or more miles see full Acura MDX review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Good leg room and temperature controls see full Acura MDX review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
the 7 seater option is great and it has room for the kids...did not buy it for room for extra adults so the slightly smaller 6-7 seats work perfectly for me. That being said, its very comfortable 2 and 3rd row seats. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
High seating position - easy to get in and out of with bad knees. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg room in far back seat to little. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
ver small rear seat compared to pilot. see full Acura MDX review |
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