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2012 Chevrolet Malibu and 2007 Subaru Outback Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Subaru Outback | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 105.1 in | 7.2 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 186.2 in | 5.6 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 69.7 in | 0.6 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 59.1 in | -2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3645 lb. | 3560 lb. | 85 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 37.6 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 54.4 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 51.0 in | 2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 44.1 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 36.5 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 53.7 in | 0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 52.6 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 33.9 in | 3.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 3.7 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2012 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 | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2012 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 |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Subaru Outback
| 2007 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Too small for kids see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Too short! I am 6ft tall and the front passenger seat leaves me feeling very cramped. Drivers position is better. Seats also too narrow. Maybe plenty of room for skinny folks, but not for us folks that are large boned :-) see full Subaru Outback review |
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