Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Mini Hardtop | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | |
Engine | supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 207 hp@6950 180 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 106.3 in | -9.2 in |
Length | 143.1 in | 188.3 in | -45.2 in |
Width | 66.5 in | 69.9 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 55.4 in | 57.5 in | -2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2679 lb. | 3297 lb. | -618 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.3 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.6 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 56.7 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.9 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.6 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 56.1 in | -11.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.3 in | 38.5 in | -7.2 in |
Total Legroom | 72.6 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | -7.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.6 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -9.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 25.0 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 9.6 ft3 |
2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Good support. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
what room? see full Mini Hardtop review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are okay for choildren or small adults. Since all in my family are smaller than average, we can handle short rides in the back. More normal sized people may feel somewhat cramped, especially if someone with long legs sits in front. gae see full Mini Hardtop review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat not usable for passengers. see full Mini Hardtop review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.