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Chevrolet Malibu (2013) vs. Chevrolet HHR (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Chevrolet HHR specs.

2013 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Chevrolet HHR Specifications

Model Year 2013 2008  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet HHR  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
259 hp@5300
260 lb-ft@5200
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5900
222 lb-ft@1650
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.8 in 103.5 in 4.3 in
Length 191.5 in 176.2 in 15.3 in
Width 73.0 in 69.2 in 3.8 in
Height 57.6 in 65.2 in -7.6 in
Curb Weight 3635 lb. 3353 lb. 282 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 16.2 gal. 2.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.0 in 39.5 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.5 in 53.5 in 4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.0 in 50.1 in 4.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.1 in 40.6 in 1.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.5 in 39.6 in -2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.1 in 52.7 in 4.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.3 in 50.6 in 3.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.8 in 39.5 in -2.7 in
Total Legroom 78.9 in (over 2 rows) 80.1 in (over 2 rows) -1.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 16.3 ft3 24.0 ft3 -7.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 16.3 ft3 63.1 ft3 -46.8 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu

2013 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
2012 On paper, the Malibu's rear seat is only a little tighter than those in the 2008-2012 sedan and in competing cars. In person, rear knee room would only be marginally competitive in the compact sedan segment. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my shins graze the front seatbacks. GM is rushing some revised seats to market. But if past attempts to fix a cramped rear seat are any indication, this won't make a substantial difference. The rear seat in the Ford Fusion is roomier, if also short of the segment's quasi-limos. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu

2013 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2013 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
This is tight if front seats are postioned at or close to the back of their range; shorter wheelbase in this model compared to prior version. Rear seat access is excellent (i.e, for infant car seats, small item transport). see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2012 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 

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

2008 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Wagon 155-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
It is roomy and comfortable. see full Chevrolet HHR review
2009 4dr Wagon 155-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The HHR has one of the most comfortable seats for me of most of the cars that I have driven. see full Chevrolet HHR review
2008 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4
5-speed manual FWD
2 kids in the back and they have plenty of room see full Chevrolet HHR review
2008 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Larger than normal 4-door car see full Chevrolet HHR review
2008 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
It is adjustable and relaxing. see full Chevrolet HHR review
2008 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Roomy enough for 2 adults in the rear seats with plenty of room left behind seat for luggage or gear. see full Chevrolet HHR review
2007 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The rear seat room is relatively large. On long road trips when i am not driving, my back starts to hurt and i cant find a comfortable position to sit in. see full Chevrolet HHR review
2007 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Great seating position. Long drives are not a problem see full Chevrolet HHR review
2007 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Fits 4 people very nicely for long trips. Upright seating works well. see full Chevrolet HHR review
2007 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Extremly comfortable. You have to sit in it to understand. The leather seat is more comfortable than the cloth seat. see full Chevrolet HHR review
2008 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
little leg room see full Chevrolet HHR review
2009 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
seat-back very annoying and driving position difficult to get right see full Chevrolet HHR review
2009 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
low roof limits passenger packaging space - poor knee room see full Chevrolet HHR review
2008 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Could be a bit deeper and more supportive see full Chevrolet HHR review
2007 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Not much room for tall people in the back. see full Chevrolet HHR review
2007 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Rear seat is cramped. see full Chevrolet HHR review
 
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