Model Year | 2018 | 2017 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Kia Forte | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 106.3 in | 5.1 in |
Length | 193.8 in | 179.5 in | 14.3 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 70.1 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 56.3 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3388 lb. | 3011 lb. | 377 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.1 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 56.1 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 53.8 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.2 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.3 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 54.9 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 53.1 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 35.9 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.8 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.