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2015 Chevrolet Malibu and 2007 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications
| Model Year | 2015 | 2007 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 112.5 in | -4.7 in |
| Length | 191.5 in | 188.8 in | 2.7 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 71.4 in | 1.6 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 69.3 in | -11.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3393 lb. | 3668 lb. | -275 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.0 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 40.9 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 55.7 in | 1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 51.1 in | 3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.2 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 40.1 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.9 in | 1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 51.4 in | 2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 40.2 in | -3.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -19.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 ft3 | 67.1 ft3 | -50.8 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2015 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 2015 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2015 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2014 | 4dr Sedan 196-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Both front & rear compartments very roomy & comfortable. Again, this is noted improvement over our 2009 Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat slides forward and back to acoomodate either people or more cargo see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Seat is okay on the interstate, but on a twisty road - forget it! Good thing it has a drivers door and a console, otherwise you would fall out or wind up in the passenger seat. Speaking of the console, what a joke!!! Idiot that designed that should be see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
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