Chevrolet Malibu (2013) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2020) Specs

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2013 Chevrolet Malibu and 2020 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year	2013	2020
Model	Chevrolet Malibu	Mazda Mazda6
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@5200	turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 320 lb-ft@2500
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	107.8 in	111.4 in	-3.6 in
Length	191.5 in	191.5 in	0 in
Width	73.0 in	72.4 in	0.6 in
Height	57.6 in	57.1 in	0.5 in
Curb Weight	3635 lb.	3580 lb.	55 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	16.4 gal.	2.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.0 in	38.4 in	0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.5 in	57.1 in	0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.0 in	56.1 in	-1.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.1 in	42.2 in	-0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	37.1 in	0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	57.1 in	55.5 in	1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	54.3 in	56.1 in	-1.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.8 in	38.7 in	-1.9 in
Total Legroom	78.9 in (over 2 rows)	80.9 in (over 2 rows)	-2 in
Cargo Volume	16.3 ft³	14.8 ft³	1.5 ft³

2013 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
2012	On paper, the Malibu's rear seat is only a little tighter than those in the 2008-2012 sedan and in competing cars. In person, rear knee room would only be marginally competitive in the compact sedan segment. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my shins graze the front seatbacks. GM is rushing some revised seats to market. But if past attempts to fix a cramped rear seat are any indication, this won't make a substantial difference. The rear seat in the Ford Fusion is roomier, if also short of the segment's quasi-limos. see full Chevrolet Malibu review

2013 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2014	4dr Sedan 196-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Both front & rear compartments very roomy & comfortable. Again, this is noted improvement over our 2009 Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review

2013 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	This is tight if front seats are postioned at or close to the back of their range; shorter wheelbase in this model compared to prior version. Rear seat access is excellent (i.e, for infant car seats, small item transport). see full Chevrolet Malibu review
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

2020 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2019	4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

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