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Chevrolet Malibu (2011) vs. Subaru WRX (2017) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2017 Subaru WRX specs.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2017 Subaru WRX Specifications

Model Year 2011 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 3415 lb. 3267 lb. 148 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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu

2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2017 Subaru WRX

2017 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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