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Chevrolet Malibu (2015) vs. Chevrolet HHR (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Chevrolet HHR specs.

2015 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Chevrolet HHR Specifications

Model Year 2015 2006  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet HHR  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
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 3393 lb. 3155 lb. 238 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 2015 Chevrolet Malibu

2015 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet HHR

2006 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
See above. Add to that heated leather seats. Oh yeah!!! Remote start is great also. see full Chevrolet HHR review
2006 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Better than any of the 4 Volvos I driven see full Chevrolet HHR review
2006 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Rear seat is cramped. 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
2006 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Not a lot of leg room. Cloth is kind of cheap and not very attractive see full Chevrolet HHR review
 
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