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2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2013 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Kia Sorento | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 188 kW@6300 340 Nm@3200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 206 kW@6300 336 Nm@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,872 mm | 4,671 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,786 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,709 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,653 kg | 1,715 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 75 L | -14 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,506 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 996 mm | -51 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 955 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 932 mm | -932 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,367 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,128 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 795 mm | -795 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 428 L | 258 L | 170 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 1,048 L | 14.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 | 2,053 L | 13.1 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Sorento
| 2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
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