Model Year | 2019 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 310 lb-ft@2000 |
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 | 115.3 in | 112.3 in | 3 in |
Length | 199.4 in | 191.8 in | 7.6 in |
Width | 77.5 in | 70.3 in | 7.2 in |
Height | 69.0 in | 57.1 in | 11.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4054 lb. | 3645 lb. | 409 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.4 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 55.9 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 53.0 in | 3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.2 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.2 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 53.9 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 52.1 in | 5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 37.6 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.1 in | 0.0 in | 40.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.7 in | 0.0 in | 29.7 in |
Total Legroom | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 30.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.2 ft3 | 15.1 | 23.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.2 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Mazda CX-9.
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 |