Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 112.3 in | 5.6 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 191.8 in | 10.5 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 70.3 in | 5.6 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 57.1 in | 10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 3645 lb. | 1194 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 39.4 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 55.9 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.0 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.2 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 37.2 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 53.9 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 52.1 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 37.6 in | 6.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 0.0 in | 38.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 0.0 in | 41.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.4 in | 0.0 in | 33.4 in |
Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 38.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 4.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 15.1 | 29.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 71.6 ft3 |
2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
everything see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review |
2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review |
2011 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 |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |