2025 Chevrolet
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2024 Toyota
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| MPG - City | 28 MPG | 31 - 32 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 36 MPG | 40 - 41 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 163 hp | 169 hp |
| Exterior Length | 194.2 in | 182.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.0 in | 70.1 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 42.0 in
Rear 34.8 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.5 in |
Front 38.0 - 38.3 in
Rear 37.1 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
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chevrolet Malibu than the Toyota Corolla.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Chevrolet Malibu and the Toyota Corolla in the front seats.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Chevrolet Malibu as you will with the Toyota Corolla, 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 Chevrolet Malibu is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Corolla.
Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Malibu is much wider than the Toyota Corolla, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Chevrolet Malibu, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Toyota Corolla.
Handling
The Chevrolet Malibu has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Corolla, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Chevrolet Malibu has less horsepower than the Toyota Corolla, so it will probably be somewhat slower.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Chevrolet Malibu does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Toyota Corolla.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Chevrolet Malibu and the Toyota Corolla.