Model Year | 2011 | 2023 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 188 kW@6300 340 Nm@3200 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 210 kW@5800 422 Nm@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,814 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,872 mm | 4,801 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,900 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,694 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,653 kg | 1,749 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 67 L | -6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 993 mm | -48 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,059 mm | 954 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 935 mm | -935 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,346 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,080 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 752 mm | -752 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,863 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 428 L | 357 L | 71 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 1,274 L | 14.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 | 2,138 L | 13.1 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Sorento.