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2009 Mazda CX-9 and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mazda CX-9 | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 204 kW@6250 366 Nm@4250 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 188 kW@6300 340 Nm@3200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,852 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,070 mm | 4,872 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,935 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,956 kg | 1,653 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 61 L | 15 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 986 mm | 945 mm | 41 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 0 mm | 899 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 0 mm | 823 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 428 L | 59 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,345 L | 15.1 | -14.1 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 15.1 | -13.1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda CX-9
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Long legroom in 2nd row seating, fold-down 3rd row seating has large seat cushions for adults see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
highly adjustable, nice and firm see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats felt snug and the center console intruded on the driver side knee room. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I would rather have more second row leg room and no third row. My third row is always folded down for cargo anyway. see full Mazda CX-9 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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