2016 Chevrolet Malibu
Sedan · Electric · FWD
vs
Ford Fusion Energi
Sedan · Phev · FWD
2016 Chevrolet Malibu
Car A
2016 Chevrolet Malibu
The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu focuses on efficiency and day-to-day ease, pairing five-seat practicality with good value in its segment. A 4‑cylinder FWD layout and modest output make it well-suited to commuting and city use.
5 seatsSedanElectric5-star safetyElectric
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 64 / 58
Budget / value 67 / 69
Road trip 51 / 48
Performance 31 / 30
Cargo 24 / 22
Practical 42 / 47
Premium 22 / 25
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = 2016 Chevrolet Malibu · Orange = Ford Fusion Energi

Specs side-by-side

Spec 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Ford Fusion Energi
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Pros & cons

2016 Chevrolet Malibu

  • Efficient for its class with a 7.6 L/100 km combined figure
  • Five seats and a 442 L trunk suit small-family duties
  • Good value in its segment at a listed price of 22000
  • Safety stands out as a noted strength for this model

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 2016 Chevrolet Malibu if…
Lower entry price
2016 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 153 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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