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2009 Mini Hardtop and 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Mini Hardtop | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@5800 241 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 112.3 in | -15.2 in |
| Length | 145.6 in | 187.8 in | -42.2 in |
| Width | 66.3 in | 69.8 in | -3.5 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 58.1 in | -2.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2668 lb. | 3476 lb. | -808 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 16.3 gal. | -5.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.4 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 56.7 in | -6.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.5 in | -53.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.9 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.4 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 55.5 in | -10.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 41.0 in | -11.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | -11.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 | -17.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 41.0 ft3 | -17 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mini Hardtop
| 2009 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
nevr a backache, I am a six footer that arrives refreshed and never feel cramped. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
heated seats, great driving position, great visability see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Smallish seats made the front feel kinda cheap. The middle armrest was also a very hard plastic, but the door was slightly softer plastic. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Despite being a hatchback, not a lot of headroom in the back, almost as same as the Mustang. Seats were more upright and headrest should have been integrated into seatbacks; rather, it was mostly a nuisance. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
There is no room for anyone other than a child see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I drove a John Cooperworks MINI and I found the front seat to be incredibly flat and unsupportive. It was the complete opposite of the GTI seats, and a big part of why I purchased the GTI instead see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The roof line is so low that tall people do not fit. When I tested the car my head was touching the roofliner. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
too small for adults see full Mini Hardtop review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
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