Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata
When we compare the Chevrolet Malibu to the Hyundai Sonata, the Chevrolet Malibu has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Hyundai Sonata has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Malibu versus the Hyundai Sonata, the Hyundai Sonata is a better car than the Chevrolet Malibu.
Chevrolet Malibu versus Hyundai Sonata Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Chevrolet Malibu ranges from $18,300 to $27,496 while a used Hyundai Sonata from the same model year range is priced between $21,998 to $33,166. For a new model, the Chevrolet Malibu's price is between $23,393 and $32,066, with the Hyundai Sonata priced between $24,824 and $35,941.
Chevrolet Malibu versus Hyundai Sonata Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Malibu is 8.0 out of 10 while the Hyundai Sonata's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Malibu being ranked 9 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Hyundai Sonata being ranked 8 out of 13.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Malibu’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the Hyundai Sonata base engine makes 191 horsepower. The Malibu is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 553 miles. The Sonata is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 548 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the Hyundai Sonata has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, and trunk space. The Chevrolet Malibu has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$23,393 - $32,066
Used Asking Price:
$18,300 - $27,496
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$24,824 - $35,941
Used Asking Price:
$21,998 - $33,166
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.7%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 13iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
RS, LS, LT, LS Fleet
Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SEL, SEL Plus, SE
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:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.29 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:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
181 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
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):
27 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
427 / 553 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 37 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 548 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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
Overall Interior Volume:
102.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
46.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.4 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:
3120 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum
Tire Size:
P205/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P205/65R16
