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2013 Toyota Prius v and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota Prius v | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 98 hp@5200 105 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 164 hp@6400 159 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.4 in | 112.3 in | -2.9 in |
| Length | 181.7 in | 191.8 in | -10.1 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 70.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Height | 62.0 in | 57.1 in | 4.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3274 lb. | 3550 lb. | -276 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -4.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.4 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.9 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 53.0 in | 0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.2 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 53.9 in | 1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 52.1 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 37.6 in | -1.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.3 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 19.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.3 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 52.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Toyota Prius v
| 2013 Toyota Prius v Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Wagon 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I am just over 6 ft. and spouse at 5ft 4. The seat can be raised plus forward and back. It fit us both well. see full Toyota Prius v review |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Comfortable rear seating. Very roomy. see full Toyota Prius v review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The rear legroom and seat comfort are suitable for two adults on extended trips. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue 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 |
| 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 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving this car for a half hour, my back was in pain. How absolutely useless on a roadtrip. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
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