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2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2017 Subaru WRX Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Subaru WRX | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 104.3 in | 8 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 180.9 in | 10.9 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 70.7 in | -0.4 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 58.1 in | -1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3450 lb. | 3267 lb. | 183 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.6 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 52.2 in | 0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.3 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.2 in | -0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 53.1 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 35.4 in | 2.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2009 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 |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue 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 |
| 2009 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 tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Subaru WRX
| 2017 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |
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