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Chevrolet Malibu (2009) vs. Kia Sedona (2018) Specs

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2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2018 Kia Sedona Specifications

Model Year 2009 2018  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Kia Sedona  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
188 kW@6300
340 Nm@3200
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
206 kW@6000
336 Nm@5200
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Minivan, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,852 mm 3,061 mm -1 mm
Length 4,872 mm 5,116 mm -1 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,984 mm 0 mm
Height 1,450 mm 1,740 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,669 kg 2,002 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 61 L 80 L -19 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,420 mm 1,623 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,346 mm 1,506 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,039 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 945 mm 1,001 mm 944 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,369 mm 1,603 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,323 mm 1,671 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 1,031 mm 954 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 988 mm -988 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,509 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,270 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 884 mm -884 mm
Total Legroom 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) 2,954 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 428 L 960 L -532 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 15.1 2,220 L 13.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.1 4,021 L 11.1

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu

2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

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