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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 2,852 mm 2,578 mm 0 mm
Length 4,770 mm 4,554 mm 0 mm
Width 1,773 mm 1,781 mm 0 mm
Height 1,476 mm 1,504 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,569 kg 1,464 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 55 L 7 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 975 mm -974 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,392 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,359 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,064 mm 1,044 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,001 mm 968 mm -967 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 1,349 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,331 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,041 mm 902 mm -901 mm
Total Legroom 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 646 L 929 L -283 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,161 L 1,894 L 0 L

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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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