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Chevrolet Malibu (2018) vs. Kia Optima (2018) Specs

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2018 Chevrolet Malibu and 2018 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2018 2018  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Kia Optima  
Engine 1.8L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
122 hp@5000
129 lb-ft@4750
2.0L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
154 hp@6000
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission CVT 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.4 in 110.4 in 1 in
Length 193.8 in 191.1 in 2.7 in
Width 73.0 in 73.2 in -0.2 in
Height 57.7 in 57.7 in 0 in
Curb Weight 3457 lb. 3486 lb. -29 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.8 gal. 18.5 gal. -2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 39.8 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.5 in 58.1 in 0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.1 in 56.0 in -1.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 45.5 in -3.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.5 in 37.8 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.1 in 56.4 in 0.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.4 in 56.0 in -2.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.1 in 35.6 in 2.5 in
Total Legroom 80.1 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -1 in
Cargo Volume 15.8 ft3 15.9 ft3 -0.1 ft3

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