2018 Chevrolet Malibu vs Ford Fusion S

2018 Chevrolet Malibu

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Ford Fusion S

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

2018 Chevrolet Malibu

The 2018 Chevrolet Malibu suits value-minded shoppers with five-seat practicality, FWD confidence, and adequate performance. It works for small families and road trips, though its 8.4 L/100 km consumption and non-premium positioning may deter efficiency- or luxury-seekers.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety

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 brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 61 / 62

City 51 / 51

Budget / value 67 / 67

Road trip 52 / 52

Performance 30 / 32

Cargo 24 / 25

Practical 42 / 43

Premium 22 / 22

Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = 2018 Chevrolet Malibu · Orange = Ford Fusion S

Specs side-by-side

Spec 2018 Chevrolet Malibu Ford Fusion S

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

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