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Chevrolet Malibu (2011) vs. Kia Sorento (2018) Specs

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2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2018 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2011 2018  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Kia Sorento  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
290 hp@6400
252 lb-ft@5300
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,852 mm 2,779 mm 0 mm
Length 4,872 mm 4,760 mm 0 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,890 mm 0 mm
Height 1,450 mm 1,684 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,653 kg 1,800 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 61 L 71 L -10 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 1,003 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,420 mm 1,501 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,346 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 945 mm 998 mm -53 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,369 mm 1,473 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,323 mm 1,433 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 1,001 mm 954 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 922 mm -922 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,341 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,052 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 805 mm -805 mm
Total Legroom 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) 2,852 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 428 L 320 L 108 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 15.1 1,076 L 14.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.1 2,067 L 13.1

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu

2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

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