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2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 112.3 in | -10.8 in |
| Length | 179.3 in | 191.8 in | -12.5 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.3 in | -0.2 in |
| Height | 59.2 in | 57.1 in | 2.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3228 lb. | 3450 lb. | -222 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.4 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.9 in | -1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 42.2 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.2 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 53.9 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.1 in | -52.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 37.6 in | -2.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -3.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 51.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
| 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
| 2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 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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