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Chevrolet Malibu (2011) vs. Chevrolet Traverse (2017) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2017 Chevrolet Traverse specs.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2017 Chevrolet Traverse Specifications

Model Year 2011 2017  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Traverse  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
288 hp@6300
270 lb-ft@3400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 118.9 in -6.6 in
Length 191.8 in 203.7 in -11.9 in
Width 70.3 in 78.5 in -8.2 in
Height 57.1 in 69.9 in -12.8 in
Curb Weight 3645 lb. 4646 lb. -1001 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.0 gal. 22.0 gal. -6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 40.4 in -1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 61.5 in -5.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.0 in 58.0 in -5 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 41.3 in 0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 39.4 in -2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 61.0 in -7.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.1 in 57.8 in -5.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 36.8 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.8 in -37.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 57.6 in -57.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 48.3 in -48.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 33.2 in -33.2 in
Total Legroom 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 111.3 in (over 3 rows) -31.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.1 ft3 24.4 ft3 -9.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 15.1 70.3 ft3 -55.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.1 ft3 116.3 ft3 -101.2 ft3

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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 2017 Chevrolet Traverse

2017 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review
 
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