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Chevrolet Malibu (2015) vs. Nissan Rogue (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu and 2010 Nissan Rogue specs.

2015 Chevrolet Malibu and 2010 Nissan Rogue Specifications

Model Year 2015 2010  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Nissan Rogue  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.8 in 105.9 in 1.9 in
Length 191.5 in 182.9 in 8.6 in
Width 73.0 in 70.9 in 2.1 in
Height 57.6 in 65.3 in -7.7 in
Curb Weight 3393 lb. 3267 lb. 126 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 15.9 gal. 2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.0 in 40.4 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.5 in 55.9 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.0 in 53.1 in 1.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.1 in 42.5 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.5 in 38.3 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.1 in 53.6 in 3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.3 in 51.2 in 3.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.8 in 35.3 in 1.5 in
Total Legroom 78.9 in (over 2 rows) 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 1.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 16.3 ft3 28.9 ft3 -12.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 16.3 ft3 57.9 ft3 -41.6 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu

2015 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2016 Chevrolet's designers styled the new Malibu's instrument panel to appear low and out of the way, such that the front seat feels especially roomy and the view forward seems more open than in most competitors, including the Kia (the instrument panel in which seems significantly higher and more imposing). In the tested car, which had every option except the panoramic sunroof, headroom was so abundant I could have worn a fedora. The Kia Optima might have as much front headroom when similarly without a sunroof. The official specs, which often don't reflect real world differences, suggest it should have even more than the Malibu. But you cannot get a highly equipped Optima without the sunroof, as it's part of a large package on the SX and standard on the SX Limited. Though the Malibu's windshield is relatively large, you won't find outward visibility among the reasons to buy one. The Chevrolet's front pillars remain on the thick side, its instrument panel is considerably deeper than the Kia's, and the view to the sides and rear also could be more open. In the Optima, the view to the sides is more open but that to the rear is not. I did find the Cherolet's front seats more form-fitting and comfortable than the Optima's. The Kia's quilted seats aren't as cushy as they appear. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu

2015 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Nissan Rogue

2010 Nissan Rogue Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
CVT FWD
Not great, not awful. Compared to my previous BMW 535i, it's awful, but for the class of vehicle it's OK for shorter distances, which is mostly what I use it for. see full Nissan Rogue review
2010 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
holds my three young kids comfortably, like the flat foot room. I don't like the front seats, I find them too flat and I don't like that they dont tilt back like my TSX see full Nissan Rogue review
2010 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
CVT AWD
Picked up one of my fat friends while on the test ride and had him ride in the back. Him and his wife were very comfortable. Lots of leg and foot room. see full Nissan Rogue review
2010 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
CVT AWD
Lots of leg room and the drivers seat is very adjustable and comfortable. I have wide shoulders and the leather seats are very comfortable for me. see full Nissan Rogue review
2010 Nissan Rogue Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Front seats too bench like and lacking in adjustments see full Nissan Rogue review
2010 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
CVT FWD
Roof pitch makes it seem more cramped. see full Nissan Rogue review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
CVT AWD
uncomfortable for 6 ft 2 in driver see full Nissan Rogue review
 
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