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Chevrolet Malibu (2018) vs. Volkswagen Passat (2018) Specs

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2018 Chevrolet Malibu and 2018 Volkswagen Passat Specifications

Model Year 2018 2018  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Volkswagen Passat  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5300
260 lb-ft@2000
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@6200
258 lb-ft@2500
 
Transmission 9-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.4 in 110.4 in 1 in
Length 193.8 in 191.6 in 2.2 in
Width 73.0 in 72.2 in 0.8 in
Height 57.7 in 58.5 in -0.8 in
Curb Weight 3388 lb. 3571 lb. -183 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.8 gal. 18.5 gal. -2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 38.3 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.5 in 56.9 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.1 in 0.0 in 54.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 42.4 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.5 in 37.8 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.1 in 57.0 in 0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.4 in 0.0 in 53.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.1 in 39.1 in -1 in
Total Legroom 80.1 in (over 2 rows) 81.5 in (over 2 rows) -1.4 in
Cargo Volume 15.8 ft3 15.9 ft3 -0.1 ft3

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