Malibu vs Fusion
Vs Ford Fusion
AWARDS & EFFICIENCY
The Chevrolet Malibu received the lowest rate of reported problems among midsize cars in the J.D. Powers 2019 U.S. Initial Quality Study (based on 2019 vehicles)1.
Who says you can't have both luxury and eco-friendly fuel efficiency? The 2020 Chevrolet Malibu2 offers more miles per gallon both in the city and on the highway than the 2020 Ford Fusion3 - 6 more and 2 more MPGs, respectively - meaning you'll use less fuel and emit fewer greenhouse gases, while still enjoying the luxury and performance you've come to expect from Chevrolet. Bravo!
| 2020 Chevrolet Malibu | 2020 Ford Fusion |
|---|---|
| EPA Estimated City MPG | |
| 292 | 233 |
| EPA Estimated Highway MPG | |
| 362 | 343 |
PERFORMANCE
Stopping power is important too, and the clear winner in this category is the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu2, with 12 more horses in braking power per ton than 2020 Ford Fusion4, giving you confidence on even the steepest of grades.
Want more power and higher top speeds? Consider the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu5, boasting 5 more horses and 22 more horses per ton than the 2020 Ford Fusion7,6.
| 2020 Chevrolet Malibu | 2020 Ford Fusion |
|---|---|
| Braking Power Per Ton | |
| 1402 | 1284 |
| Horsepower | |
| 2505 | 2457 |
| Horsepower Per Ton | |
| 1555 | 1336 |
USABILITY
Who wouldn't want more miles between fill-ups? With a 48 miles higher estimated combined tank range, the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu2 will keep you on the road longer than the 2020 Ford Fusion8.
| 2020 Chevrolet Malibu | 2020 Ford Fusion |
|---|---|
| Estimated Combined Tank Range | |
| 4802 | 4328 |
PRICING & WARRANTY
With an MSRP of $1,075 less than the 2020 Ford Fusion4, the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu2 provides the budget-conscious buyer enough cost savings to fill the Malibu's gas tank quite a few times, with a little money left over for road-trip snacks9.
| 2020 Chevrolet Malibu | 2020 Ford Fusion |
|---|---|
| MSRP | |
| $22,0952 | $23,1704 |
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1 - The Chevrolet Malibu received the lowest rate of reported problems in a tie among midsize cars in the J.D. Power 2019 U.S. Initial Quality Study of new vehicle owners’ experience with their own vehicle after 90 days of ownership. For J.D Power 2019 award information, visit jdpower.com/awards.
2 - 2020 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn L
3 - 2020 Ford Fusion SE FWD
4 - 2020 Ford Fusion S FWD
5 - 2020 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn Premier
6 - 2020 Ford Fusion Titanium FWD
7 - 2020 Ford Fusion SE AWD
8 - 2020 Ford Fusion SEL FWD
9 - Based on the price of $40.00 to fill the gas tank.