Chevrolet Malibu (2015) vs. Toyota Prius (2015) Specs
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2015 Chevrolet Malibu and 2015 Toyota Prius Specifications
Model Year |
2015 |
2015 |
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Model |
Chevrolet Malibu |
Toyota Prius |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr Sedan |
4dr Hatch |
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Difference |
Wheelbase |
107.8 in |
106.3 in |
1.5 in |
Length |
191.5 in |
176.4 in |
15.1 in |
Width |
73.0 in |
68.7 in |
4.3 in |
Height |
57.6 in |
58.7 in |
-1.1 in |
Curb Weight |
3393 lb. |
3042 lb. |
351 lb. |
Fuel Capacity |
18.5 gal. |
11.9 gal. |
6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 |
39.0 in |
38.6 in |
0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
57.5 in |
54.9 in |
2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 |
55.0 in |
52.7 in |
2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 |
42.1 in |
42.5 in |
-0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 |
37.5 in |
37.6 in |
-0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
57.1 in |
53.1 in |
4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 |
54.3 in |
51.2 in |
3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 |
36.8 in |
36.0 in |
0.8 in |
Total Legroom |
78.9 in (over 2 rows) |
78.5 in (over 2 rows) |
0.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum |
16.3 ft3 |
21.6 ft3 |
-5.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum |
16.3 ft3 |
39.6 ft3 |
-23.3 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu
2016 |
Chevrolet's designers styled the new Malibu's instrument panel to appear low and out of the way, such that the front seat feels especially roomy and the view forward seems more open than in most competitors, including the Kia (the instrument panel in which seems significantly higher and more imposing). In the tested car, which had every option except the panoramic sunroof, headroom was so abundant I could have worn a fedora.
The Kia Optima might have as much front headroom when similarly without a sunroof. The official specs, which often don't reflect real world differences, suggest it should have even more than the Malibu. But you cannot get a highly equipped Optima without the sunroof, as it's part of a large package on the SX and standard on the SX Limited.
Though the Malibu's windshield is relatively large, you won't find outward visibility among the reasons to buy one. The Chevrolet's front pillars remain on the thick side, its instrument panel is considerably deeper than the Kia's, and the view to the sides and rear also could be more open. In the Optima, the view to the sides is more open but that to the rear is not.
I did find the Cherolet's front seats more form-fitting and comfortable than the Optima's. The Kia's quilted seats aren't as cushy as they appear.
see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu
2014 |
4dr Sedan 196-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Both front & rear compartments very roomy & comfortable. Again, this is noted improvement over our 2009 Malibu.
see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Toyota Prius
2016 |
For a compact hatchback, the new Toyota Prius feels very roomy inside. It helps that the tall, sloping console of the third-generation Prius has been replaced by one with a much less intrusive (if also less sporty) design. The deep instrument panel is scooped out on top, while the windshield is large and distant. The view forward from the driver seat is very open, but anyone who isn't a goldfish will find it unusual. It's like driving a spaceship, in two senses. Or a small minivan.
The Ford C-MAX has a crossover-like driving position and the most comfortable seats. The front seats in the Prius are nicely shaped, but less firm. Those in the Volt could use more contour. I found the Civic's front seats somewhat uncomfortable.
The Volt feels far tighter inside. Up front the windshield seems far smaller than that in the Prius. The back seat, while its cushion is comfortably positioned, threatens to induce claustrophobia.
Both the Prius and the Volt have restricted visbility to the sides and especially to the rear. The view is much better from the driver seat in the C-MAX.
see full Toyota Prius review |
2015 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
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Rear seat passengers in the Prius have far more knee room than those in the Volt, and feel far less closed in. Despite a low-mounted seat cushion, though, headroom is limited.
Rear seat passengers in the C-MAX enjoy a much more comfortably positioned seat cushion, significantly more headroom, and better outward visibility.
see full Toyota Prius review |
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