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Chevrolet Malibu (2011) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2011 2006  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
188 kW@6300
340 Nm@3200
3.9L V6
OHV-2v
179 kW@5800
327 Nm@2800
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,852 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,872 mm 4,783 mm 0 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,775 mm 0 mm
Height 1,450 mm 1,461 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,653 kg 1,504 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 61 L 62 L -1 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 1,006 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,420 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,346 mm 1,351 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,064 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 945 mm 955 mm -10 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,369 mm 1,425 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,323 mm 1,331 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 978 mm -23 mm
Total Legroom 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 428 L 436 L -8 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu

2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2011 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 

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

2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 
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