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2012 Mini Hardtop and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mini Hardtop | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 112.3 in | -15.2 in |
| Length | 145.6 in | 191.8 in | -46.2 in |
| Width | 66.3 in | 70.3 in | -4 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 57.1 in | -1.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2679 lb. | 3645 lb. | -966 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.4 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 55.9 in | -5.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 53.9 in | -9.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.1 in | -52.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 37.6 in | -7.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -8.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | -9.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 8.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mini Hardtop
| 2012 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop 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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