Hyundai Genesis vs Chevrolet Malibu Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2011 catalog dimensions. Hyundai Genesis · Chevrolet Malibu
- Length195.9 in
- Height58.1 in – 58.3 in
- Wheelbase115.6 in
- Curb weight3,897 lb – 4,120 lb
- Width74.4 in
- Chevrolet Malibu width70.3 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Chevrolet Malibu is 4.1 in shorter (195.9 in vs 191.8 in)
- Width: Chevrolet Malibu is 4.1 in narrower (74.4 in vs 70.3 in)
- Height: Hyundai Genesis is 1.1 in taller (58.2 in vs 57.1 in)
- Wheelbase: Hyundai Genesis has a 3.3 in longer wheelbase (115.6 in vs 112.3 in)
- Curb weight: Hyundai Genesis is 477 lb heavier (4,009 lb vs 3,532 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Hyundai Genesis is 477 lb heavier (4,009 lb vs 3,532 lb)
- Width: Chevrolet Malibu is 4.1 in narrower (74.4 in vs 70.3 in)
- Wheelbase: Hyundai Genesis has a 3.3 in longer wheelbase (115.6 in vs 112.3 in)
- Length: Chevrolet Malibu is 4.1 in shorter (195.9 in vs 191.8 in)
- Height: Hyundai Genesis is 1.1 in taller (58.2 in vs 57.1 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageChevrolet Malibu — Chevrolet Malibu is shorter by 4.1 in Check garage fit for Hyundai Genesis · garage fit for Chevrolet Malibu
- Narrower for tight parkingChevrolet Malibu — Chevrolet Malibu is narrower by 4.1 in
- Smaller exterior footprintChevrolet Malibu — Based on length × width (Chevrolet Malibu)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Genesis | Chevrolet Malibu | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 195.9 in | 191.8 in | 4.1 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 70.3 in | 4.1 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 57.1 in | 1.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.6 in | 112.3 in | 3.3 in |
| Curb weight | 4,009 lb | 3,532 lb | 477 lb |
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