Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@3000 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 116.0 in | -8.2 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 202.0 in | -10.5 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 79.0 in | -6 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 76.9 in | -19.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3635 lb. | 5345 lb. | -1710 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 41.1 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 65.3 in | -7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 64.4 in | -9.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.3 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.2 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 65.2 in | -8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 60.6 in | -6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.0 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.7 in | -61.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 25.6 in | -25.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | -27 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 60.3 ft3 | -44 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -92.6 ft3 |
2014 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
2014 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 |
2014 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
like riding first class in an airplane see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
There is plenty of space for all of the passengers and personal gear. The bucket seats add a lot of comfort. They also allow some extra room for third row passengers. Leather is the way to go, and the heated seats come in handy on those cold winter days. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
the best! had a back operation three years ago and this was thed only vehicle i am comfortable in see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
GMT800 series vehicles fit me better than any other. I prefer the '06 Tahoe to the '09 GMC Sierra i had prior to the Equinox i traded for the Tahoe. The Equinox was okay on a straight road, other than that, it was terrible! No lateral support at see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
inability to flat fold seat see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |