Malibu vs Mazda6
Vs Mazda6
AWARDS & EFFICIENCY
- 2018 NHTSA 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score1
The 2021 Chevrolet Malibu's2 head-on collision safety features has earned it the NHTSA's coveted 5-star Overall Frontal Crash Rating6.
Who says you can't have both luxury and eco-friendly fuel efficiency? The 2021 Chevrolet Malibu2 offers more miles per gallon both in the city and on the highway than the 2021 Mazda63 - 3 more and 1 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!
| 2021 Chevrolet Malibu | 2021 Mazda6 |
|---|---|
| EPA Estimated City MPG | |
| 292 | 263 |
| EPA Estimated Highway MPG | |
| 362 | 353 |
| Overall Frontal Crash Rating | |
| 52 | - |
PERFORMANCE
Stopping power is important too, and the clear winner in this category is the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu2, with 1 more horses in braking power per ton than 2021 Mazda64, giving you confidence on even the steepest of grades.
Want more power and higher top speeds? Consider the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu5, boasting 23 more horses and 28 more horses per ton than the 2021 Mazda64.
| 2021 Chevrolet Malibu | 2021 Mazda6 |
|---|---|
| Braking Power Per Ton | |
| 1402 | 1394 |
| Horsepower | |
| 2505 | 2274 |
| Horsepower Per Ton | |
| 1555 | 1274 |
USABILITY
Who wouldn't want more miles between fill-ups? With a 16 miles higher estimated combined tank range, the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu2 will keep you on the road longer than the 2021 Mazda63.
Tired of hunching over the steering wheel, or scooting the driver's seat all the way back? No worries. The 2021 Chevrolet Malibu2 offers more inches of combined front head and leg room than the 2021 Mazda63, making the awkward hunch-back driving pose a thing of the past.
No matter what you're stowing, from groceries to gardening gear, the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu's2 increased storage volume means you'll have more room for all your stuff, from apples to zinnias, and everything in between.
| 2021 Chevrolet Malibu | 2021 Mazda6 |
|---|---|
| Estimated Combined Tank Range | |
| 4802 | 4643 |
| Front Head Room | |
| 392 | 383 |
| Front Leg Room | |
| 392 | 383 |
| Storage Volume | |
| 152 | 143 |
PRICING & WARRANTY
With an MSRP of $2,185 less than the 2021 Mazda63, the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu2 provides the budget-conscious buyer enough cost savings to fill the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu's3 gas tank two dozen times, with a little money left over for road-trip snacks7.
In the very unlikely event you'll need it, help is just a phone call away, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu's2 Roadside Assistance, standard for 2 years longer than 2021 Mazda63.
| 2021 Chevrolet Malibu | 2021 Mazda6 |
|---|---|
| MSRP | |
| $22,1402 | $24,3253 |
| Roadside Assistance | |
| 52 | 33 |
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1 - Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.nhtsa.gov).
2 - 2021 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn L
3 - 2021 Mazda6 Sport Auto
4 - 2021 Mazda6 Grand Touring Auto
5 - 2021 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn Premier
6 - Learn more at: http://www.safercar.gov/Safety+Ratings.
7 - Based on the price of $40.00 to fill the gas tank.