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2017 Chevrolet Malibu
Sedan · Electric · FWD
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Toyota Corolla Hybrid
Sedan · Hybrid · FWD
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
Car A
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
The 2017 Chevrolet Malibu delivers balanced everyday performance and efficiency, suiting city commutes and small-family needs. It represents good value in its segment without targeting premium trimmings.
5 seatsSedanElectric5-star safety163 hpElectric
Toyota Corolla Hybrid
Car B
Toyota Corolla Hybrid
The Corolla Hybrid prioritizes low running costs and long range, making it a sensible family compact for commuting and road trips. Performance and cargo capacity are modest, but efficiency and value stand out.
5 seatsSedanHybrid5-star safety4.5 L/100kmHybrid
Why compared better on fuelcomparison picksame body typesame seatssimilar pricestep-up price

Usage fit

Family 60 / 59
City 64 / 57
Budget / value 67 / 72
Road trip 51 / 61
Performance 31 / 28
Cargo 23 / 20
Practical 42 / 46
Premium 22 / 21
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = 2017 Chevrolet Malibu · Orange = Toyota Corolla Hybrid

Specs side-by-side

Spec 2017 Chevrolet Malibu Toyota Corolla Hybrid
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

2017 Chevrolet Malibu

  • Efficient for its class at 7.8 L/100 km.
  • Five seats and FWD make it easy to live with in the city.
  • Adequate performance for commuting (8.5 s 0–100 km/h).
  • Price of 22,000 places it as good value in its segment.

Toyota Corolla Hybrid

  • Excellent fuel economy (4.5 L/100 km) keeps running costs low.
  • Approx. 800 km range reduces fuel stops on long drives.
  • Five seats and a 371 L trunk suit small-family duties.
  • Priced around $24,000, offering good value in its segment.

Verdict

Pick 2017 Chevrolet Malibu if…
Lower entry price
2017 Chevrolet Malibu starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Toyota Corolla Hybrid if…
Performance & capability
Toyota Corolla Hybrid is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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