Comparison - Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 2020 - vs - Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 2019

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
30,220
Updated: 
19 Jun 2019
$
28,070
Updated: 
12 Oct 2018
Car Type: 
Car
Car
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2019
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
1-speed Direct Drive
1-speed Direct Drive
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
no
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
13.00gals
13.00gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Summit White
#E1EAEF
Mosaic Black Metallic
#0E0E0E
Stone Gray Metallic
#FAFAFA
Cajun Red Tintcoat
#B50025
Silver Ice Metallic
#9AA3AA
Shadow Gray Metallic
#616C76
Northsky Blue Metallic
#02526C
Black Cherry Metallic
#FAFAFA
Color: 
Summit White
#E1EAEF
Mosaic Black Metallic
#0E0E0E
Sandy Ridge Metallic
#BC9E96
Cajun Red Tintcoat
#B50025
Iridescent Pearl Tricoat
#DDDDDB
Silver Ice Metallic
#9AA3AA
Shadow Gray Metallic
#616C76
Northsky Blue Metallic
#02526C
Pacific Blue Metallic
#3E85A4

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Chevrolet Malibu ranked #11 in Midsize Cars. Currently the Chevrolet Malibu has a score of 6.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 24 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Low base price for the class
Great fuel economy

Cons
Cheap-feeling cabin materials
Dull handling
Less passenger and trunk space than rivals

By: 
usnews.com

Almost nothing! The Malibu received a minor visual update for 2019, so the 2020 Malibu carries over to this year with only a few new colors (Stone Gray and Black Cherry) and new wheels for the RS and Premier trims. Three paint colors available in 2019 are no more, so if you had a strong attachment to or lust for Iridescent Pearl, Pacific Blue, or Sandy Ridge, 2020 just isn't your year.

Pros
Handsome (yes, really!) design, lots of tech, great ride and handling for its class.

Cons
Poor rear visibility, cheaper models lack features, can't disable auto stop/start.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2020 Chevrolet Malibu comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: continuously variable-speed automatic.Several optional packages have been renamed.The Malibu Hybrid has been discontinued.

PROS
Spacious interior with lots of front-seat headroom
Easy-to-use touchscreen interface

CONS
Lackluster acceleration from the base 1.5-liter engine
Limited outward visibility
Interior looks dated compared to rivals

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2019 Chevrolet Malibu ranked #16 in Midsize Cars. Currently the Chevrolet Malibu has a score of 7.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 22 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Supple ride
Spacious seats
Easy-to-use infotainment system

Cons
Low-rent interior
Unsupportive seats

By: 
usnews.com

For 2019, the Chevrolet Malibu actually offers all three: a bigger, restyled grille; a new RS model; and an all-new continuously variable automatic transmission. Known internally as VT40, it’s General Motors’ first CVT since 2005. That one, used primarily in Saturn brand vehicles, was problematic and had high failure rates, which led GM to offer an extended warranty.

Pros
Comfortable ride
CVT can mimic a traditional automatic.

Cons
No performance upgrades,
a good CVT is still a CVT.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2019 Chevrolet Malibu is a likeable sedan, but it requires some compromises when it comes to essential safety tech.

PROS
Good looks
Excellent performance from turbo engines
Thrifty hybrid
Excellent tech story

CONS
Active safety gear costs too much
Hardly engaging to drive
Dull interior
Light on personality

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
49.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
43.00mpg
Engine type: 
Hybrid
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
1.80L
1.80L
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
37.00Feet
37.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Keyless Ignition
Sun Sensor
Keyless Ignition
Sun Sensor

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
194.20in
194.20in
Width: 
73.00in
73.00in
Height: 
57.90in
57.90in
Wheel Base: 
111.40in
111.40in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.10
39.10
Rear Head Room: 
37.50
37.50
Front Leg Room: 
41.50in
41.50in
Rear leg room: 
38.10in
38.10in
Front Hip Room: 
54.10in
54.10in
Front Shoulder Room: 
58.50in
58.50in
Rear Hip Room: 
53.40in
53.40in
Rear Shoulder room: 
57.10in
57.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
11.60cu.ft
13.00cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
3366.00lbs
3366.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
no
no
Front Seats Features: 
Premium Cloth
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
6 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
Premium Cloth
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
6 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Folding center armrest
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
6 Total Speakers
USB Connection
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
6 Total Speakers
USB Connection
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
17 X 8.0 In.
17 X 8.0
Wheels more: 
All Season Tires
Painted Alloy Wheels
All Season Tires
Painted Alloy Wheels
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R17
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R17

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Ventilated front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
solid rear disc brakes
solid rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
no
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Post-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Post-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Options

Packages: 
Leather Package
Portable Media Connectivity Package
Appearance Package
Leather Package
Convenience And Technology Package
Driver Confidence Package II
Portable Media Connectivity Package
Appearance Package
Convenience Package 2
Exterior Options: 
Front License Plate Bracket
Dark Chrome Horizontal Leading Edge Grille
Gray Front Fender Hash Mark W/Light Gray Outline
Custom Molded Front And Rear Splash Guards
Power Sunroof
Gloss Black Grille
Wheel Locks
Black Bowtie
Gray Front Fender Hash Mark W/Light Black Outline
Alternate Finish Mirror Caps
Gloss Black Emblems
Black Front Fender Hash Mark W/Red Outline
Front License Plate Bracket
Dark Chrome Horizontal Leading Edge Grille
Gray Front Fender Hash Mark W/Light Gray Outline
Custom Molded Front And Rear Splash Guards
Power Sunroof
Gloss Black Grille
Wheel Locks
Black Bowtie
Gray Front Fender Hash Mark W/Light Black Outline
Alternate Finish Mirror Caps
Gloss Black Emblems
Black Front Fender Hash Mark W/Red Outline
Interior Options: 
First Aid Kit
All-Weather Floor Mats
Universal Tablet Holder
Sport Pedal Kit
Inside Rear Side-Window Sunshade
Collapsible Cargo Area Organizer
Stainless Steel Door Sill Plates
Premium Carpeted Floor Mats W/Camaro Logo
Illuminated Door Sill Plates
All-Weather Floor Liners-Front Only
Garage Door Opener
Front/Rear All-Weather Floor Liners
First Aid Kit
All-Weather Floor Mats
Universal Tablet Holder
Sport Pedal Kit
Inside Rear Side-Window Sunshade
Collapsible Cargo Area Organizer
Stainless Steel Door Sill Plates
Premium Carpeted Floor Mats W/Camaro Logo
Illuminated Door Sill Plates
All-Weather Floor Liners-Front Only
Garage Door Opener
Front/Rear All-Weather Floor Liners

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Jet Black, premium cloth
#FFFFFF
Dark Atmosphere/Medium Ash Gray, premium cloth
#87888A
Jet Black, Leather
#000000
Dark Atmosphere/Light Wheat, Leather
#FFFFFF
Color: 
Jet Black, premium cloth
#FFFFFF
Dark Atmosphere/Medium Ash Gray, premium cloth
#87888A
Jet Black, Leather
#000000
Dark Atmosphere/Medium Ash Gray, Leather
#FFFFFF
Dark Atmosphere/Light Wheat, Leather
#FFFFFF