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2012 Chevrolet Malibu and 2020 Honda Accord Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2020 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Honda Accord | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 182 hp@6700 172 lb-ft@4900 |
2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 143 hp@6200 129 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,830 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,872 mm | 4,882 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,786 mm | 1,862 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,642 kg | 1,516 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 56 L | 5 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 947 mm | -2 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,026 mm | 954 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,101 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 428 L | 473 L | -45 L |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2012 | 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 | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2012 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 |
| 2012 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 |
| 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 2020 Honda Accord
| 2020 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2020 | 0 |
Front seats are softly padded in a way that is uncommon in modern vehicles. Driver's seat adjustments are above average, as there is an adjustable thigh support. Passenger seats lack lumbar adjustment and thigh support extensions, but have full 8-way power including seat-bottom tilt and height adjustment.
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Some drivers complain the lumbar support is intrusive, while others complain it's too subtle. Remember to sit in a seat and get a feel for yourself, as it is very subjective.
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The driver's seat has the option of a facial recognition system that is fairly reliable if used correctly and a useful feature that is not common in other cars. Memory buttons remain on the door for those that prefer them.
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The details that count: According to the owner's manual, the facial recognition system's software is open-source and data remains in the vehicle.
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