Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 355 hp@5600 383 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 116.0 in | -3.7 in |
Length | 191.8 in | 204.0 in | -12.2 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 80.5 in | -10.2 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 74.4 in | -17.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3645 lb. | 5466 lb. | -1821 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -10 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 42.8 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 64.8 in | -8.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 60.8 in | -7.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 45.3 in | -3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.7 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 65.1 in | -11.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 60.3 in | -8.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.0 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.6 in | -62.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.3 in | -49.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.8 in | -24.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 109.1 in (over 3 rows) | -29.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 51.6 ft3 | -36.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 94.7 ft3 | -79.6 ft3 |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban.