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Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Honda CR-Z | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 164 hp@6400 159 lb-ft@5000 |
1.5L I4 Hybrid OHC-4v 122 hp@6000 123 lb-ft@1000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,436 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,872 mm | 4,079 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,740 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,610 kg | 1,220 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 40 L | 21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 937 mm | -936 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,308 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 0 mm | 945 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 0 mm | 955 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,085 mm (over 1 row) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 428 L | 711 L | -283 L |
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The rear legroom and seat comfort are suitable for two adults on extended trips. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving this car for a half hour, my back was in pain. How absolutely useless on a roadtrip. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2011 Honda CR-Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
No rear seats in the US version, which greatly reduces passenger utility. However, the storage space is much bigger than many cars in the same price range. Driver and passenger seats are otherwise adequately comfortable. see full Honda CR-Z review |