Lexus ES 300h vs. Chevrolet Malibu
When we compare the Lexus ES 300h's and the Chevrolet Malibu's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 300h has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Chevrolet Malibu has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Lexus ES 300h's and the Chevrolet Malibu's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 300h is a better car than the Chevrolet Malibu.
Lexus ES 300h vs. Chevrolet Malibu Pricing
A used 2019 Lexus ES 300h ranges from $28,489 to $41,850 while a used 2019 Chevrolet Malibu is priced between $14,982 to $23,633.
Lexus ES 300h vs. Chevrolet Malibu Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus ES 300h loses 48.2 percent of its value and the Chevrolet Malibu loses 51.7 percent of its value. This means the Lexus ES 300h retains 3.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chevrolet Malibu.
Lexus ES 300h vs. Chevrolet Malibu Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus ES 300h is 9.1 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Malibu's quality rating is 7.4 out of 10. This results in the Lexus ES 300h being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Hybrid Cars and the Chevrolet Malibu being ranked 8 out of 12 Best Hybrid Midsize Cars.
Lexus ES 300h vs. Chevrolet Malibu Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus ES 300h is 8.8 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Malibu the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Lexus ES 300h an advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Malibu.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus ES 300h’s base engine makes 215 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Malibu base engine makes 182 horsepower. The ES 300h is rated to deliver an average of 44 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 594 miles. The Malibu is rated to deliver an average of 46 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 559 miles.This gives the Chevrolet Malibu the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Lexus ES 300h the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are hybrid midsize cars, the Chevrolet Malibu has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The Lexus ES 300h has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Lexus ES 300h has higher safety ratings than the Chevrolet Malibu, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
28489 - 41850
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.481887
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14982 - 23633
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.517335
Lexus ES 300h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.145427 / 10
Reliability:
8.836281 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Malibu Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.384629 / 10
Reliability:
7.153888 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Lexus ES 300h Rankings
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6 out of / 29Ranking
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27 out of / 29Chevrolet Malibu Rankings
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20 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Lexus ES 300h Trim Levels
Base, Luxury, Ultra Luxury
Chevrolet Malibu Trim Levels
Hybrid
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
215 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
277 foot-lbs @ 4750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 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):
43 / 45 / 44
Range (city/hwy):
568 / 594 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
49 / 43 / 46
Range (city/hwy):
637 / 559 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.4 cubic feet
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:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3704 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
195.9 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3366 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
194.2 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R17