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2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban and 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 6.0L V8 OHV-2v 335 hp@5200 375 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 112.3 in | 3.7 in |
| Length | 198.8 in | 191.8 in | 7 in |
| Width | 78.8 in | 70.3 in | 8.5 in |
| Height | 74.8 in | 57.1 in | 17.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 5513 lb. | 3645 lb. | 1868 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 10 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.4 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.2 in | 55.9 in | 9.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 61.4 in | 53.0 in | 8.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 37.2 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.1 in | 53.9 in | 11.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 61.3 in | 52.1 in | 9.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.6 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 64.4 in | 0.0 in | 64.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 27.3 in | 0.0 in | 27.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 107.2 in (over 3 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 27.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 15.1 | 48.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.6 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 89.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
like riding first class in an airplane see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
There is plenty of space for all of the passengers and personal gear. The bucket seats add a lot of comfort. They also allow some extra room for third row passengers. Leather is the way to go, and the heated seats come in handy on those cold winter days. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
the best! had a back operation three years ago and this was thed only vehicle i am comfortable in see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
GMT800 series vehicles fit me better than any other. I prefer the '06 Tahoe to the '09 GMC Sierra i had prior to the Equinox i traded for the Tahoe. The Equinox was okay on a straight road, other than that, it was terrible! No lateral support at see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
inability to flat fold seat see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2012 | On paper, the Malibu's rear seat is only a little tighter than those in the 2008-2012 sedan and in competing cars. In person, rear knee room would only be marginally competitive in the compact sedan segment. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my shins graze the front seatbacks. GM is rushing some revised seats to market. But if past attempts to fix a cramped rear seat are any indication, this won't make a substantial difference. The rear seat in the Ford Fusion is roomier, if also short of the segment's quasi-limos. see full Chevrolet Malibu review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This is tight if front seats are postioned at or close to the back of their range; shorter wheelbase in this model compared to prior version. Rear seat access is excellent (i.e, for infant car seats, small item transport). see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 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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