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Chevrolet Malibu (2006) vs. Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen specs.

2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Specifications

Model Year 2006 2013  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 101.5 in 10.8 in
Length 187.8 in 179.3 in 8.5 in
Width 69.8 in 70.1 in -0.3 in
Height 58.1 in 59.2 in -1.1 in
Curb Weight 3458 lb. 3228 lb. 230 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.3 gal. 14.5 gal. 1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 38.4 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 54.8 in 1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.5 in 0.0 in 53.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 41.1 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.4 in 38.1 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 53.1 in 2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 0.0 in 52.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 41.0 in 35.5 in 5.5 in
Total Legroom 82.9 in (over 2 rows) 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 6.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 22.8 ft3 32.8 ft3 -10 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 41.0 ft3 66.9 ft3 -25.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2007 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review
2013 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review
 
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