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2016 Kia Rio and 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | |
| Model | Kia Rio | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 112.3 in | -11.1 in |
| Length | 172.0 in | 191.8 in | -19.8 in |
| Width | 67.7 in | 70.3 in | -2.6 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 57.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2729 lb. | 3450 lb. | -721 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.4 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.9 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.1 in | 53.0 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 42.2 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 53.9 in | -1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 52.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 31.1 in | 37.6 in | -6.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -4.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.7 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Kia Rio
| 2016 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2016 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I did manage to get four people in the car but it was tight and the two in the back seat were not big adults (under 5'8"). We had to adjust the front passenger seat up a bit to make more room for the person behind. see full Kia Rio review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue 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 |
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. 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 |
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