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2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@5800 241 lb-ft@2800 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 121.1 in | -8.8 in |
| Length | 187.8 in | 200.6 in | -12.8 in |
| Width | 69.8 in | 76.0 in | -6.2 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 72.4 in | -14.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3476 lb. | 5280 lb. | -1804 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -9.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.1 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 58.3 in | -1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.3 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 40.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 58.9 in | -3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 41.0 in | 39.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.2 in | -34.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -31.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.8 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.8 | 43.8 ft3 | -21 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 41.0 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -42.3 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
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