Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid vs. Chevrolet Malibu
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid and Chevrolet Malibu 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 Malibu Hybrid and the Chevrolet Malibu.
When comparing the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid's and the Chevrolet Malibu's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Chevrolet Malibu has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid and Chevrolet Malibu have the same interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid's and the Chevrolet Malibu's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Malibu is a better car than the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid.
Pricing: A used 2010 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid ranges from $5,399 to $11,095 while a used 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is priced between $3,886 to $11,587.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid’s base engine makes 164 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Malibu base engine makes 175 horsepower. The Malibu Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 544 miles. The Malibu is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. This gives the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Chevrolet Malibu. The Malibu Hybrid uses gasoline, and the Malibu uses ethanol, gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid and Chevrolet Malibu are comparable in regards to interior volume, front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Chevrolet Malibu has an average safety rating of 4.30 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
25925
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
21825
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
21963
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
17995 - 33000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
7787
Price Range:
5399 - 11095
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
7123
Price Range:
3886 - 11587
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
7489
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
6159 - 9483
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
91
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
141667
# Good or Great Deals:
23
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Malibu Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.177678 / 10
Reliability:
8.153444 / 10
Retained Value:
7.779589 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Malibu
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.86436302153924
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.521734892929274
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
4.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
2.0 - 25.4
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Rankings
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Chevrolet Malibu Rankings
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13 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Trim Levels
Base
Chevrolet Malibu Trim Levels
LS, LS Fleet, LT, LTZ
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 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):
4.30 out of 5 Stars
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:
164 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
159 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
170 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
416 / 544 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
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
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
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
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
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:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
13.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3537 lbs
Width:
70.3 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
191.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3415 lbs
Width:
70.3 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
191.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Granite Metallic
Blue
Imperial Blue Metallic
Brown
Mocha Steel Metallic
Gold
Gold Mist Metallic
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Granite Metallic
Blue
Imperial Blue Metallic
Brown
Mocha Steel Metallic
Gold
Gold Mist Metallic
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Gray
Taupe Gray Metallic
Interior Colors
Brown
Cocoa/Cashmere
Gray
Titanium
Interior Colors
Brown
Cocoa/Cashmere
Gray
Titanium
