2012 Chevrolet Malibu
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Ford Fusion Energi
Sedan · Phev · FWD
2012 Chevrolet Malibu
Car A
2012 Chevrolet Malibu
The 2012 Chevrolet Malibu delivers good value in its segment for budget-focused shoppers, pairing five-seat practicality with FWD and a useful 453 L trunk. Efficiency and safety are noted strengths, while performance suits everyday driving more than thrills.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety
Ford Fusion Energi
Car B
Ford Fusion Energi
The Ford Fusion Energi focuses on efficiency and everyday value, pairing a plug-in hybrid setup with five-seat practicality. Best for city commuting and small-family use, though EV range and cargo flexibility are modest.
5 seatsSedanPhev5-star safety2 L/100km188 hpPlug-in hybrid
Why compared same body typesame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 61 / 59
City 51 / 58
Budget / value 64 / 69
Road trip 54 / 48
Performance 31 / 30
Cargo 25 / 22
Practical 41 / 47
Premium 22 / 25
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = 2012 Chevrolet Malibu · Orange = Ford Fusion Energi

Specs side-by-side

Spec 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Ford Fusion Energi
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Pros & cons

2012 Chevrolet Malibu

  • Priced around 23,000, offering good value in its segment
  • Efficient for its class at 8.4 L/100 km
  • Five seats and a 453 L trunk suit family duties and road trips
  • Safety is a noted strength in segment evaluations

Ford Fusion Energi

  • Efficient for its class with very low combined consumption
  • Up to 35 km electric range covers many city trips
  • Five seats and a 403 L trunk suit family-compact needs
  • At 34,000, it represents good value in its segment

Verdict

Pick 2012 Chevrolet Malibu if…
Lower entry price
2012 Chevrolet Malibu starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Ford Fusion Energi if…
More power
Ford Fusion Energi puts out 188 hp vs 160 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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