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Hyundai Elantra GT (2015) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Hyundai Elantra GT and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2015 Hyundai Elantra GT and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2015 2008  
Model Hyundai Elantra GT Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
173 hp@6500
154 lb-ft@4700
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.3 in 112.3 in -8 in
Length 169.3 in 191.8 in -22.5 in
Width 70.1 in 70.3 in -0.2 in
Height 57.9 in 57.1 in 0.8 in
Curb Weight 2908 lb. 3680 lb. -772 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 16.0 gal. -2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.1 in 39.4 in 0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 55.9 in 0 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.1 in 53.0 in 0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 42.2 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.9 in 37.2 in 0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.9 in 53.9 in 1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.0 in 52.1 in -1.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 37.6 in -3 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 79.8 in (over 2 rows) -3.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.0 ft3 15.1 ft3 7.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 51.0 ft3 15.1 ft3 35.9 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Hyundai Elantra GT

2015 Hyundai Elantra GT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2014 Like the Elantra Touring which it replaced, the Elantra GT shares few if any visible parts with the Elantra coupe and sedan. Instead, both cars are essentially the European-market Hyundai i30 rebadged and slightly retuned for North American consumption. In Europe, the i30 is offered in two lengths, a hatch and an estate (the Queen's English for "wagon"). With the Elantra Touring, we got the estate. Perhaps because not enough people bought an Elantra Touring, Hyundai decided we'd readily trade functionality for styling. So with the Elantra GT we get the hatchback. While adults no longer have room to stretch, the Elantra GT's rear seat remains roomier than those in the Mazda3 and Ford Focus, but can't quite match the Kia Forte5's interior dimensions. Actually, Mazda claims more rear legroom in its car, but this particular spec seems well out of sync with reality. Even if this wasn't the case, specs aren't everything. Owing to a healthy height off the floor, the Hyundai's rear seat might be the most comfortable in the segment (unless you're tall enough to require more than the modest amount of headroom). A bonus for rear-seat passengers: the Tech Package includes the segment's only panoramic sunroof. see full Hyundai Elantra GT review
 

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The rear legroom and seat comfort are suitable for two adults on extended trips. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue 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
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
2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
After driving this car for a half hour, my back was in pain. How absolutely useless on a roadtrip. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 
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