2025 BMW 330 vs. 2025 Chevrolet Malibu Review

Picture of the 2025 BMW 330

2025 BMW
330

MSRP*: $45,950 to $47,950
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2025 Chevrolet
Malibu

MSRP*: $25,800 to $31,500
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MPG - City 26 - 28 MPG 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 35 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 163-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 163 hp
Exterior Length 185.7 in 194.2 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 38.7 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chevrolet Malibu than the BMW 330, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the BMW 330 and the Chevrolet Malibu in the front seats.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW 330 as you will with the Chevrolet Malibu, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW 330 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Chevrolet Malibu, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The BMW 330 is a little narrower than the Chevrolet Malibu, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The BMW 330 is slightly shorter than the Chevrolet Malibu, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The BMW 330 has about the same turning radius as the Chevrolet Malibu, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 330 has a much more powerful engine than the Chevrolet Malibu. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The BMW 330 has much less torque than the Chevrolet Malibu, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW 330 and the Chevrolet Malibu.