2024 BMW
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2025 Chevrolet
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| MPG - City | 23 - 24 MPG | 28 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 33 - 34 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 228 hp | 163 hp |
| Exterior Length | 178.5 in | 194.2 in |
| Exterior Width | 70.9 in | 73.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 34.4 in |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.2 - 39.8 in
Rear 35.6 - 38.2 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chevrolet Malibu than the BMW 228 Gran Coupe, due to its greater head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the BMW 228 Gran Coupe and the Chevrolet Malibu in the front seats.
Convenience
With the Chevrolet Malibu you will definitely be making less frequent stops at the gas station than with the BMW 228 Gran Coupe, due to its tank size and fuel economy.
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 228 Gran Coupe will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Chevrolet Malibu, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the BMW 228 Gran Coupe is much slimmer than the Chevrolet Malibu, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
If you go with the BMW 228 Gran Coupe, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Chevrolet Malibu.
Handling
The BMW 228 Gran Coupe 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 228 Gran Coupe 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 228 Gran Coupe 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 228 Gran Coupe and the Chevrolet Malibu.