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Chevrolet Malibu (2011) vs. Mazda CX-5 (2016) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2016 Mazda CX-5 specs.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2016 Mazda CX-5 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2016  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Mazda CX-5  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 106.3 in 6 in
Length 191.8 in 179.3 in 12.5 in
Width 70.3 in 72.4 in -2.1 in
Height 57.1 in 65.7 in -8.6 in
Curb Weight 3415 lb. 3212 lb. 203 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.0 gal. 14.8 gal. 1.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 40.1 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 57.5 in -1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.0 in 55.2 in -2.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 41.0 in 1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 39.0 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 55.5 in -1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.1 in 53.7 in -1.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 39.3 in -1.7 in
Total Legroom 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 80.3 in (over 2 rows) -0.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.1 ft3 34.1 ft3 -19 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.1 ft3 64.8 ft3 -49.7 ft3

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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
 

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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