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2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Kia Rondo Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Kia Rondo | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,872 mm | 4,547 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,786 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,669 kg | 1,562 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 60 L | 1 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 1,057 mm | 944 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 970 mm | -15 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 892 mm | -892 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,024 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 795 mm | -795 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,814 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 428 L | 184 L | 244 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 898 L | -882.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 | 2,095 L | 13.1 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2009 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 |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue 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 |
| 2009 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 tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Rondo
| 2009 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
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