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Chevrolet Malibu (2009) vs. Mazda CX-5 (2016) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2016 Mazda CX-5 specs.

2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2016 Mazda CX-5 Specifications

Model Year 2009 2016  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Mazda CX-5  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,852 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,872 mm 4,554 mm 0 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,839 mm 0 mm
Height 1,450 mm 1,669 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,565 kg 1,457 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 61 L 56 L 5 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 1,019 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,420 mm 1,461 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,346 mm 1,402 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,041 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 945 mm 991 mm -46 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,369 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,323 mm 1,364 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 998 mm -43 mm
Total Legroom 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 428 L 966 L -538 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.1 1,835 L 14.1

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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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mazda CX-5

2016 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
There's enough room for four adults inside the Mazda CX-5. But the Honda CR-V and some others are considerably roomier. Want an occasional third-row seat? While Nissan and Volkswagen offer one in their compact crossovers, Mazda does not. see full Mazda CX-5 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mazda CX-5

2016 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2015 4dr SUV 184-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Soon after I bought the Mazda, I did an 8 hour trip in it. I found the seat comfort to be most satisfactory. I had no trouble finding a comfortable driving position using the power seat, and, the lumbar support. see full Mazda CX-5 review
 
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