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2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Saturn Outlook Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Saturn Outlook | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 188 kW@6300 340 Nm@3200 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6600 336 Nm@3200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
| Length | 4,872 mm | 5,098 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,786 mm | 1,986 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,669 kg | 2,142 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 83 L | -22 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,572 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 998 mm | -53 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,552 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 937 mm | 18 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 975 mm | -975 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,468 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,227 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 843 mm | -843 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,830 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 428 L | 558 L | -130 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 1,951 L | 14.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 | 3,313 L | 12.1 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The rear legroom and seat comfort are suitable for two adults on extended trips. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue 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 |
| 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 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving this car for a half hour, my back was in pain. How absolutely useless on a roadtrip. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Saturn Outlook
| 2008 Saturn Outlook Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Has more interior room than the Honda Pilot. Perfect for our 3 kids and friends. Plently of room for their hockey,soccer, tennis gear. Perfect for our spur of the moment camping trips. Tent and all fits! Also handles grocery day with ease! We love it see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
6' tall, lots of leg room in driver seat see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The best leg room ! The seats adjust have great cushioning see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Only vehicle capable of comfortably carrying 6-8 senior adults without orthopedic post-trip support. By far the best combination of interior, features, capacity, and ride characteristics for rear [2nd and 3rd]seat passengers and cargo area. see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat is very comfortable with excellent support and firmness. Good driving position. see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adults could fit comfortably in third row. In addition, there is usable storage behind the third row. Second row captains chairs enable easy access to third row. see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
All seven adult passengers can sit comfortably. see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
ok, the first weekend i got it, i had to drive 9 kids to portland for orchestra consert, mass storage see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We were looking for a vehicle that had third row seating, with bucket seats in the second row. There is plenty of leg room in the third row even for adults. The middle bucket seats are comfortable and adjust for leg room. see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adults can sit back there in relative comfort compared to the competition. Good head and leg room with all the seats. see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2008 Saturn Outlook Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Other than the drivers seat track having to be replaced, it was comfy. see full Saturn Outlook review |
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