Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Prius | Chevrolet Malibu | |
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Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
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Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.3 in | -6 in |
Length | 176.4 in | 187.8 in | -11.4 in |
Width | 68.7 in | 69.8 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 58.1 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3042 lb. | 3458 lb. | -416 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 16.3 gal. | -4.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 39.4 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 56.7 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 53.5 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.9 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.4 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 55.5 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 52.4 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.0 in | 41.0 in | -5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | -4.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 39.6 ft3 | 41.0 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
2015 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | For a compact hatchback, the new Toyota Prius feels very roomy inside. It helps that the tall, sloping console of the third-generation Prius has been replaced by one with a much less intrusive (if also less sporty) design. The deep instrument panel is scooped out on top, while the windshield is large and distant. The view forward from the driver seat is very open, but anyone who isn't a goldfish will find it unusual. It's like driving a spaceship, in two senses. Or a small minivan. The Ford C-MAX has a crossover-like driving position and the most comfortable seats. The front seats in the Prius are nicely shaped, but less firm. Those in the Volt could use more contour. I found the Civic's front seats somewhat uncomfortable. The Volt feels far tighter inside. Up front the windshield seems far smaller than that in the Prius. The back seat, while its cushion is comfortably positioned, threatens to induce claustrophobia. Both the Prius and the Volt have restricted visbility to the sides and especially to the rear. The view is much better from the driver seat in the C-MAX. see full Toyota Prius review |
2015 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Rear seat passengers in the Prius have far more knee room than those in the Volt, and feel far less closed in. Despite a low-mounted seat cushion, though, headroom is limited. Rear seat passengers in the C-MAX enjoy a much more comfortably positioned seat cushion, significantly more headroom, and better outward visibility. see full Toyota Prius review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Toyota Prius.
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 |