Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Mazda Mazda2 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,489 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,770 mm | 3,950 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,773 mm | 1,694 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,476 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,569 kg | 1,046 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 43 L | 19 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 993 mm | -992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,359 mm | 1,293 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 940 mm | -939 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,300 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,189 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,041 mm | 884 mm | -883 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 646 L | 377 L | 269 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,161 L | 765 L | -764 L |
2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2011 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2011 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |