Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Honda Ridgeline | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 3,180 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,872 mm | 5,334 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,996 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,783 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,653 kg | 1,924 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 74 L | -13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,575 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 986 mm | -41 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 932 mm | 23 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,971 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 428 L | 207 L | 221 L |
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 Honda Ridgeline.