2017 Subaru Legacy vs. 2017 Chevrolet Malibu
When comparing the 2017 Subaru Legacy's and the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Subaru Legacy has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2017 Chevrolet Malibu has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Subaru Legacy's and the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Subaru Legacy is a better car than the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu.
2017 Subaru Legacy vs. 2017 Chevrolet Malibu Pricing
A used 2017 Subaru Legacy ranges from $12,000 to $22,997 while a used 2017 Chevrolet Malibu is priced between $10,698 to $20,996.
2017 Subaru Legacy vs. 2017 Chevrolet Malibu Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Subaru Legacy loses 41.6 percent of its value and the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu loses 45.2 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Subaru Legacy retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu.
2017 Subaru Legacy vs. 2017 Chevrolet Malibu Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Legacy is 8.4 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Malibu's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Subaru Legacy being ranked 3 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Chevrolet Malibu being ranked 11 out of 13.
2017 Subaru Legacy vs. 2017 Chevrolet Malibu Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Subaru Legacy is 8.5 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Malibu the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Subaru Legacy a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Malibu.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Subaru Legacy’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu base engine makes 160 horsepower. The Legacy is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 629 miles. The Malibu is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles.This gives the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2017 Subaru Legacy the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the 2017 Subaru Legacy has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room and rear shoulder room. The 2017 Chevrolet Malibu has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear head room and cargo space. The 2017 Subaru Legacy and 2017 Chevrolet Malibu are comparable in regards to rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2017 Subaru Legacy has higher safety ratings than the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.18 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
12000 - 22997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.415894
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10698 - 20996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.45187
Subaru Legacy Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.449106 / 10
Reliability:
8.547319 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Chevrolet Malibu Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.954629 / 10
Reliability:
8.203888 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
8.4 / 10
Subaru Legacy Rankings
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2 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
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6 out of / 13Chevrolet Malibu Rankings
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1 out of / 9Ranking
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4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
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13 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
2017 Subaru Legacy Trim Levels
2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Sport, 3.6R Limited
2017 Chevrolet Malibu Trim Levels
L, LS, LS Fleet, LT, Premier
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.18 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
174 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
463 / 629 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 36 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
351 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
15.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3470 lbs
Width:
81.3 inches
Height:
59 inches
Length:
188.8 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3086 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
57.6 inches
Length:
193.8 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/65R16