Chevrolet Classic vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Classic and Chevrolet Malibu Classic contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Classic and the Chevrolet Malibu Classic.
When we compare the Chevrolet Classic's and the Chevrolet Malibu Classic's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Classic has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Chevrolet Malibu Classic has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Chevrolet Classic and Chevrolet Malibu Classic have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Classic's and the Chevrolet Malibu Classic's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Malibu Classic is a better car than the Chevrolet Classic.
Pricing: A used 2005 Chevrolet Classic ranges from $1,770 to $7,998 while a used 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic is priced between $2,160 to $10,919.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Classic’s base engine makes 140 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Malibu Classic base engine makes 145 horsepower. Both the Classic and the Malibu Classic are rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 434 and 505 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Chevrolet Malibu Classic has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Chevrolet Classic has the advantage in the area of cargo space. The Chevrolet Classic and Chevrolet Malibu Classic are comparable in regards to front leg room and rear head room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$20,130
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$17,935
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$4,691
Price Range:
$1,770 - $7,998
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
6
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
137,774
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$5,668
Price Range:
$2,160 - $10,919
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
5
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
119,393
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Chevrolet Classic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Malibu Classic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Classic
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Malibu Classic
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3
Typical Category Recalls:
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Category Range for Recalls:
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
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Chevrolet Classic Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Malibu Classic Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Classic Trim Levels
Fleet
Chevrolet Malibu Classic Trim Levels
LS, LT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
140 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
145 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
152 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
308 / 434 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 505 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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 Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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 Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
17.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
101.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3106 lbs
Width:
69.4 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
190.4 inches
Wheelbase:
107 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3174 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
188.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/60R16
Exterior Colors
Beige
Light Driftwood Metallic
Black
Black
Gray
Medium Gray Metallic
Red
Sport Red Metallic
Silver
Galaxy Silver Metallic
White
Summit White
Brown
Not available
Gold
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Sandstone Metallic
Black
Not available
Gray
Dark Gray Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Silverstone Metallic
White
White
Brown
Amber Bronze Metallic
Gold
Golden Pewter Metallic
Interior Colors
Gray
Gray / Neutral
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Titanium
Beige
Cashmere
