Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 244 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
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 Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,020 mm | 2,852 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,131 mm | 4,872 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,989 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,760 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,990 kg | 1,653 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 61 L | 19 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,605 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,504 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 945 mm | -944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,659 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,674 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 973 mm | 0 mm | 973 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,537 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,273 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 864 mm | 0 mm | 864 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,962 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 912 L | 428 L | 484 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,268 L | 15.1 | -13.1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,007 L | 15.1 | -11.1 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Kia Sedona.
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 |