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2010 Kia Optima and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,852 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,801 mm | 4,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,806 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,481 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,494 kg | 1,653 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 61 L | 1 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,384 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,110 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 945 mm | 20 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 955 mm | 5 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 425 L | 428 L | -3 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Kia Optima
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Kia Optima.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
| 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 |
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