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2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Lexus ES Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Lexus ES | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 201 hp@5400 220 lb-ft@3200 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5600 236 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 107.1 in | -0.8 in |
| Length | 188.3 in | 191.1 in | -2.8 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 71.3 in | -1.4 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 57.3 in | 0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 3472 lb. | -175 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 37.6 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 56.8 in | -0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.5 in | -2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.2 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 55.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 55.5 in | -3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 35.6 in | 2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 2.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 14.5 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Lexus ES
| 2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable seats. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had a ton of trouble with front seat comfort - had to trade it in after only 4 mos. Even my daughter's Sonata was more comfortable. Did everything i could to rectifiy - even had firmer cushions put into driver seat. Others have had the same issue. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Most awful front seats i have ever experienced in 40 yrs of driving. I have done everything i can to make it comfortable. Even had extra firmer padding added to the driver seat. Pain in my leg and lower back is unbearable - check forums for Lexus owners - seems to be a problem with taller men and even some women. Never ever had a problem like this in any car i have had or driven. Strange issue. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If tall person sits in front seat, rear seat will not have a lot of legroom. Otherwise, very comfortable. Poor interior lighting in rear (front is bad, too, but slightly better). see full Lexus ES review |
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