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Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6200 257 lb-ft@4700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 112.3 in | -4.4 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 191.8 in | -4 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 70.3 in | 3.9 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 57.1 in | 9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4178 lb. | 3645 lb. | 533 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.4 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 55.9 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 53.0 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.2 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 37.2 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 53.9 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 52.1 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.6 in | -0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.0 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 24.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 65.2 ft3 |
2010 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |
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 |