Model Year | 2018 | 2019 | |
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 |
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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 |
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 2019 Kia Optima.