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Chevrolet Malibu (2011) vs. Toyota Matrix (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2011 Toyota Matrix specs.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2011 Toyota Matrix Specifications

Model Year 2011 2011  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Toyota Matrix  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 102.4 in 9.9 in
Length 191.8 in 171.9 in 19.9 in
Width 70.3 in 69.5 in 0.8 in
Height 57.1 in 61.4 in -4.3 in
Curb Weight 3415 lb. 2865 lb. 550 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.0 gal. 13.2 gal. 2.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 40.5 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 53.3 in 2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.0 in 52.3 in 0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 41.6 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 39.3 in -2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 52.6 in 1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.1 in 43.7 in 8.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 36.2 in 1.4 in
Total Legroom 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.1 ft3 19.8 ft3 -4.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.1 ft3 61.5 ft3 -46.4 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 2011 Toyota Matrix

2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
front seat for a tall large guy is terrible this is why i got a BMW instead 2 years ago, my wife is using the Toyota see full Toyota Matrix review
2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
The front seat is not rally confortable for a big 6foot 300 pound guy. I have long torso and some time get back pain in the middle after long driving... see full Toyota Matrix review
2011 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
front seat are horrible for an "high end" class (XRS) car ...
I considered getting rid of the car due to back pain, but my wife is using it now, I got a BMW
see full Toyota Matrix review
 
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