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2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2010 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Mazda RX-8 | |
| Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@5800 241 lb-ft@2800 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Length | 188.3 in | 175.6 in | 12.7 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 69.7 in | 0.2 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 52.8 in | 4.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3315 lb. | 3094 lb. | 221 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.2 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 54.8 in | 1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 53.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.7 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 54.9 in | 1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 48.1 in | 4.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 32.2 in | 6.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 5.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 7.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Mazda RX-8
| 2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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