2017 Chevrolet Malibu
Sedan · Electric · FWD
vs
Ford Fusion Energi
Sedan · Phev · FWD
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
Car A
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
The 2017 Chevrolet Malibu delivers balanced everyday performance and efficiency, suiting city commutes and small-family needs. It represents good value in its segment without targeting premium trimmings.
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 60 / 59
City 64 / 58
Budget / value 67 / 69
Road trip 51 / 48
Performance 31 / 30
Cargo 23 / 22
Practical 42 / 47
Premium 22 / 25
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = 2017 Chevrolet Malibu · Orange = Ford Fusion Energi

Specs side-by-side

Spec 2017 Chevrolet Malibu Ford Fusion Energi
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Pros & cons

2017 Chevrolet Malibu

  • Efficient for its class at 7.8 L/100 km.
  • Five seats and FWD make it easy to live with in the city.
  • Adequate performance for commuting (8.5 s 0–100 km/h).
  • Price of 22,000 places it as good value in its segment.

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 2017 Chevrolet Malibu if…
Lower entry price
2017 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 163 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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