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2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2012 Mazda Mazda2 Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Mazda Mazda2 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 98.0 in | 14.3 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 155.5 in | 36.3 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 66.7 in | 3.6 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 58.1 in | -1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3415 lb. | 2306 lb. | 1109 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 4.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.1 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 52.8 in | 3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 50.9 in | 2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 51.2 in | 2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 46.8 in | 5.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 34.8 in | 2.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 27.0 ft3 | -11.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda2
| 2012 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 |
| 2012 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 |
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