Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2008 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2021

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Chevrolet Malibu (2008) vs. BMW 3-Series (2021) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2021 BMW 3-Series specs.

2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2021 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2008 2021  
Model Chevrolet Malibu BMW 3-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,852 mm 2,850 mm 0 mm
Length 4,872 mm 4,717 mm 0 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,826 mm 0 mm
Height 1,450 mm 1,443 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,565 kg 1,628 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 61 L 59 L 2 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 983 mm -982 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,420 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,346 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,067 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 945 mm 955 mm -10 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,369 mm 1,387 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,323 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 894 mm 61 mm
Total Legroom 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume 428 L 479 L -51 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. 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
2007 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2007 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. 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
 

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