2017 Chevrolet Malibu
Sedan · Electric · FWD
vs
Ford Fusion S
Sedan · Gasoline · 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 safety7.8 L/100kmElectric
Ford Fusion S
Car B
Ford Fusion S
The Ford Fusion S is a sensible five-seat FWD choice for budget-focused buyers, blending usable performance with reasonable efficiency. It provides enough room for family duties and road trips without chasing premium frills.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety175 hp
Why compared cross branddifferent powertrainsame body typesame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 60 / 62
City 64 / 51
Budget / value 67 / 67
Road trip 51 / 52
Performance 31 / 32
Cargo 23 / 25
Practical 42 / 43
Premium 22 / 22
Winter 26 / 26

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec 2017 Chevrolet Malibu Ford Fusion S
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

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 S

  • Good value in its segment at 22,000 for a well-rounded daily driver
  • Seats five with a 453 L trunk, fitting growing families and road trips
  • Solid everyday performance (175 hp, 0–100 km/h in 8.5 s) for commuting and highways
  • Signals emphasize reliability and safety for everyday family use

Verdict

Pick 2017 Chevrolet Malibu if…
Best fuel economy
2017 Chevrolet Malibu uses 7.8 L/100km vs 8.4 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Ford Fusion S if…
More power
Ford Fusion S puts out 175 hp vs 163 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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