Chevy Malibu vs Ford Fusion

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It’s a showdown of the sedans! When it comes to traversing around Livonia, Redford, and Wayne, two cars are well-equipped for the job: The Chevy Malibu and Ford Fusion–but which of these vehicles is best suited to your needs? To help you answer that question, Feldman Chevrolet of Livonia created this informative vehicle comparison. We’ll break down the fuel economies, interior amenities, and entertainment features found in these cars to help you decide which one offers what you’re looking for. Read on to see whether the Malibu or the Fusion will come out on top!

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Spend More Time on The Road: Malibu vs Fusion MPG

When it comes to selecting your next ride, you’ll want a sedan with a great fuel economy to help keep you away from the pump longer. The standard 2.5-liter engine in the Ford Fusion can surely keep you on the road with an EPA-estimated 21 city MPG and 31 highway MPG.

The standard 1.5-liter turbocharged ECOTEC® engine in the Malibu engine takes efficiency one step further by achieving an EPA-estimated 29 city MPG and 36 highway MPG, so you can expect to stop at the gas station even less in this compact car.

Chevy Malibu vs Ford Fusion: Which is More Comfortable?

With such an impressive fuel economy, you’ll find yourself spending more time inside your vehicle, so you’ll want a comfortable and sleek cabin. Both sedans offer luxurious features, such as an available leather-wrapped steering wheel and an available sunroof. The dual pane power sunroof in the Malibu treats your passengers to some sunshine, too. However, the power moonroof in the Fusion doesn’t offer two panes, so your passengers may not have the same view.

Winters in Michigan can get very chilly, so these cars offer available heated steering wheels and heated front seats to warm you up quickly on snowy mornings. Once again, the Chevy Malibu provides more amenities to your passengers by offering available rear heated seating, while the Ford Fusion leaves your rear passengers out in the cold.

Chevy Malibu vs Ford Fusion: Entertainment

While you and your passengers relax in the comfort of your cozy heated seats, you can enjoy the entertainment systems on an 8-inch touchscreen in the Chevy Malibu and Ford Fusion. Connect your compatible smartphone through Apple CarPlay^TM and Android Auto™ to gain access to your favorite podcasts and music library. This feature comes standard on the Malibu, so no matter which trim level you choose, you’ll be treated to the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System. Unfortunately, an 8-inch display is not standard on the Fusion, and you’ll have to upgrade to a higher trim level to make it available.

Additionally, the Malibu comes with a standard 6-speaker system, so you’ll be surrounded by enhanced, clear sound. The Fusion falls short by only offering four speakers standard, so you might have a different listening experience in this sedan. The Malibu also provides an available wireless charger, so when you’re pairing your smartphone to the entertainment system, you can juice up your phone. Since the Fusion doesn’t offer this feature, you might lose charge when taking long trips.

Chevy Malibu vs Ford Fusion: Test Drive the Right Ride for You

It was a tight race, but the clear winner is the Chevy Malibu. With a better fuel economy and more standard interior amenities, the Malibu beat out the competition with ease. Interested in getting behind the wheel of this sedan? Visit Feldman Chevrolet of Livonia to schedule a test drive and see for yourself why it reigned supreme over the Ford Fusion. We look forward to seeing our neighbors in Livonia, Redford, and Wayne soon.