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Chevrolet Malibu (2011) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2021) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2021 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2021 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2011 2021  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
228 hp@4700
258 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 103.8 in 8.5 in
Length 191.8 in 167.6 in 24.2 in
Width 70.3 in 70.8 in -0.5 in
Height 57.1 in 58.2 in -1.1 in
Curb Weight 3645 lb. 3256 lb. 389 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.0 gal. 13.2 gal. 2.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 38.4 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 55.9 in 0 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.0 in 0.0 in 53 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 41.2 in 1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 38.1 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 53.9 in 0 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.1 in 0.0 in 52.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 35.6 in 2 in
Total Legroom 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 76.8 in (over 2 rows) 3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.1 ft3 17.4 ft3 -2.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.1 ft3 53.7 ft3 -38.6 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
 

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