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2017 Subaru Forester and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2017 | 2011 | |
| Model | Subaru Forester | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 112.3 in | -8.4 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 191.8 in | -10.9 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 70.3 in | 0.4 in |
| Height | 66.4 in | 57.1 in | 9.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3624 lb. | 3645 lb. | -21 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 39.4 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 55.9 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 53.0 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.0 in | 42.2 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.2 in | 2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 53.9 in | 2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 52.1 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.6 in | 0.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 19.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 59.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Subaru Forester
| 2017 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2017 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester 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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