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2009 Kia Rondo and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Kia Rondo | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 192 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 Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.3 in | -6 in |
| Length | 179.0 in | 191.8 in | -12.8 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 70.3 in | 1.4 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 57.1 in | 10.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3443 lb. | 3645 lb. | -202 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.4 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 53.0 in | 1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 37.2 in | 4.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 52.1 in | 1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 37.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 0.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 0.0 in | 40.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 0.0 in | 31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 31 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | -8.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 15.1 | 16.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 58.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Rondo
| 2009 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
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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