Model Year | 2020 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 186 kW@5300 353 Nm@2000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 194 kW@5300 353 Nm@2000 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,830 mm | 2,624 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,933 mm | 4,585 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,462 kg | 1,349 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 49 L | 11 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 978 mm | 15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 1,257 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 958 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,306 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,260 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 856 mm | 112 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,022 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,918 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 445 L | 394 L | 51 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu.
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
4 door has more headroom and backseat is much improved over the 2 door i previously owned see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
With only 2 doors, the rear seats are pretty much useless. Obviously, if you really have to, you can fit people back there, but no one will want to climb back there when everyone at work is going out to lunch. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Not alot of head room and the steering wheel does not telescope. I fit in it fine but someone tall might not. minor thing really. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Hard and thin seat cushions. Legs would feel fatigue after a couple hours of driving. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |