Hyundai Genesis vs Chevrolet Malibu Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2012 vs 2023 catalog dimensions. Hyundai Genesis · Chevrolet Malibu
- Length196.3 in
- Height58.1 in – 58.3 in
- Wheelbase115.6 in
- Curb weight3,824 lb – 4,046 lb
- Width74.4 in
- Chevrolet Malibu width73.0 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Chevrolet Malibu is 2.1 in shorter (196.3 in vs 194.2 in)
- Width: Chevrolet Malibu is 1.4 in narrower (74.4 in vs 73.0 in)
- Height: Hyundai Genesis is 0.9 in taller (58.2 in vs 57.3 in)
- Wheelbase: Hyundai Genesis has a 4.2 in longer wheelbase (115.6 in vs 111.4 in)
- Curb weight: Hyundai Genesis is 756 lb heavier (3,935 lb vs 3,179 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Hyundai Genesis is 756 lb heavier (3,935 lb vs 3,179 lb)
- Wheelbase: Hyundai Genesis has a 4.2 in longer wheelbase (115.6 in vs 111.4 in)
- Width: Chevrolet Malibu is 1.4 in narrower (74.4 in vs 73.0 in)
- Height: Hyundai Genesis is 0.9 in taller (58.2 in vs 57.3 in)
- Length: Chevrolet Malibu is 2.1 in shorter (196.3 in vs 194.2 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageChevrolet Malibu — Chevrolet Malibu is shorter by 2.1 in Check garage fit for Hyundai Genesis · garage fit for Chevrolet Malibu
- Narrower for tight parkingChevrolet Malibu — Chevrolet Malibu is narrower by 1.4 in
- Smaller exterior footprintChevrolet Malibu — Based on length × width (Chevrolet Malibu)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Genesis | Chevrolet Malibu | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 196.3 in | 194.2 in | 2.1 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 73.0 in | 1.4 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 57.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.6 in | 111.4 in | 4.2 in |
| Curb weight | 3,935 lb | 3,179 lb | 756 lb |
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