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Chevrolet Malibu (2007) vs. BMW X1 (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2013 BMW X1 specs.

2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2013 BMW X1 Specifications

Model Year 2007 2013  
Model Chevrolet Malibu BMW X1  
Engine 3.9L V6
OHV-2v
240 hp@5800
241 lb-ft@2800
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
240 hp@5000
260 lb-ft@1250
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 108.7 in 3.6 in
Length 187.8 in 176.5 in 11.3 in
Width 69.8 in 70.8 in -1 in
Height 58.1 in 60.8 in -2.7 in
Curb Weight 3476 lb. 3527 lb. -51 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.3 gal. 16.6 gal. -0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 41.3 in -1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 55.0 in 1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.5 in 0.0 in 53.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 41.4 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.4 in 39.7 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 54.6 in 0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 0.0 in 52.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 41.0 in 34.9 in 6.1 in
Total Legroom 82.9 in (over 2 rows) 76.3 in (over 2 rows) 6.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 22.8 ft3 14.8 ft3 8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 41.0 ft3 47.7 ft3 -6.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu

2007 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
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
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
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 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 BMW X1

2013 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 BMW makes great sport seats, with support in the right places and power-adjustable side bolsters. This said, those in the X1 Sport Line feel less cushy, and so less overtly comfortable, than I recall from other BMWs. The Evoque's front buckets lack adjustable side bolsters, but feel more luxurious. While the BMW wins on support, the Land Rover wins on comfort. Another tie. Update: when I later had an Evoque for a week its seats felt less comfortable than they had during the dealer test drive. So I'm revising this rating in favor of the BMW. see full BMW X1 review
2013 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The BMW X1's interior dimensions also closely resemble those of the previous-generation 3-Series. Up front, there's a little less space to stretch out than in the X3. But abundant headroom. About half of the X1's additional height is over one's head--you sit only a couple inches higher than in the 3-Series. This additional airspace also distinguishes the X1 from the allroad. Rear seat room could be more of an issue. As in the old 3 and the new allroad, a couple of average-sized adults will fit behind a couple more with perhaps an inch or two of clearance for their knees, while a third would be a squeeze. The seat back reclines, but the seat cushion is too low to provide good thigh support. The Evoque is similarly a less-than-ideal choice for four-plus adults taking a long trip. see full BMW X1 review
 

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