Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Edge
When comparing the Chevrolet Malibu's and the Ford Edge's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Malibu has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. The Ford Edge has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Malibu's and the Ford Edge's specifications and ratings, the Ford Edge is a better car than the Chevrolet Malibu.
Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Edge Pricing
A used 2024 Chevrolet Malibu ranges from $22,758 to $31,485 while a used 2024 Ford Edge is priced between $37,803 to $48,991. For a new model, the Chevrolet Malibu's price is between $25,125 and $33,840, with the Ford Edge priced between $39,118 and $52,429.
Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Edge Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Malibu loses 45.2 percent of its value and the Ford Edge loses 48.9 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Malibu retains 3.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Edge.
Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Edge Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Malibu is 8.0 out of 10 while the Ford Edge's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Malibu being ranked 11 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Ford Edge being ranked 9 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs.
Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Edge Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Malibu is 8.2 out of 10. For the Ford Edge the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Ford Edge a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Malibu.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Malibu’s base engine makes 163 horsepower, and the Ford Edge base engine makes 250 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Edge, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Ford Edge has higher safety ratings than the Chevrolet Malibu, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.18 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
25125 - 33840
Used Asking Price:
22758 - 31485
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.45187
Pricing
New Asking Price:
39118 - 52429
Used Asking Price:
37803 - 48991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.488902
Chevrolet Malibu Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.954629 / 10
Reliability:
8.203888 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
8.4 / 10
Ford Edge Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.114488 / 10
Reliability:
8.643465 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Chevrolet Malibu Rankings
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13 out of / 13Ford Edge Rankings
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4 out of / 22Ranking
5 out of / 16Ranking
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6 out of / 66Ranking
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21 out of / 66Ranking
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52 out of / 56Ranking
62 out of / 66Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Malibu Trim Levels
LS, LS Fleet, LT, RS
Ford Edge Trim Levels
SE, SEL, ST, ST-Line, Titanium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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):
4.18 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
163 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 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:
15.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
102.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.5 inches
Cargo Space:
39.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
73.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
153.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3135 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
194.2 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4126 lbs
Width:
85.8 inches
Height:
68.3 inches
Length:
188.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18