Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Infiniti QX80 | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5800 413 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 121.1 in | -8.8 in |
Length | 191.8 in | 208.9 in | -17.1 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 79.9 in | -9.6 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 75.8 in | -18.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 5644 lb. | -1964 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -10 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.9 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 63.8 in | -7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 59.2 in | -6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 39.6 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 40.0 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 63.5 in | -9.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 58.4 in | -6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 41.0 in | -3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.8 in | -36.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 60.5 in | -60.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.8 in | -48.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.8 in | -28.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 109.4 in (over 3 rows) | -29.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 49.6 ft3 | -34.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 95.1 ft3 | -80 ft3 |
2008 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 |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. 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 |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 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 like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Infiniti QX80.