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Compare Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid vs Hyundai Sonata

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
2020 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
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$30,220
Starting Price (MSRP)
6.8
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Hyundai Sonata
2020 Hyundai Sonata
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$23,600
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.0
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Overview

Engine
1.8-liter Inline-4 Hybrid
Engine
2.5-liter Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
2-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 49 MPG
Hwy: 43 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 28 MPG
Hwy: 38 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
N/A
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
11.6 ft³
Trunk Volume
16.3 ft³

Photos

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
Rear Angle View
Side View
16
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Hyundai Sonata
Side View
Interior
11
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.8-liter Inline-4 Hybrid
2.5-liter Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
122 hp @ 5000 rpm
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque
129 lb-ft @ 4750 rpm
181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
2-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Electric Rack & Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37 ft
35.9 ft

Wheels

Front Wheel Size
17" x TBD
16" x 6.5"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x TBD
16" x 6.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Four-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/55R17
P205/65HR16
Rear Tire
P225/55R17
P205/65HR16
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
46 MPG
32 MPG
City
49 MPG
28 MPG
Highway
43 MPG
38 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
3.8 (2019) Tons/yr
5.6 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
13 gallons
N/A
Cruising Range City
637 miles
N/A
Cruising Range Highway
559 miles
N/A

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
194.2 in
192.9 in
Height
57.9 in
56.9 in
Max Width
73 in
73.2 in
Front Width
62.6 in
63.5 in
Rear Width
62.5 in
63.8 in
Wheelbase
111.4 in
111.8 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
5.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.5 in
46.1 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.1 in
40 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
58.5 in
57.9 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.1 in
54.6 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
38.1 in
34.8 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.5 in
38.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
57.1 in
56.1 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53.4 in
54.4 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,366 lbs
3,120 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
11.6 ft³
16.3 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Calypso Red
  • Hampton Gray
  • Phantom Black
  • Portofino Gray
  • Quartz White
  • Shimmering Silver Pearl
  • Stormy Sea

Standard Interior Materials

  • Dark Atmosphere/ Light Wheat, Leather-appointed seat trim
  • Dark Atmosphere/ Medium Ash Gray, Premium cloth seat trim
  • Jet Black, Leather-appointed seat trim
  • Jet Black, Premium cloth seat trim
  • Black, Premium Cloth Seating Surfaces
  • Dark Gray, Premium Cloth Seating Surfaces

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Not Available
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
MP3 Player
Not Available
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
7 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain Note
Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
N/A
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Maintenance Note
1 Year/1 Visit
N/A
Roadside Assistance Note
Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Rust-Through
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Warranty Note
Preliminary 2020 Warranty Note
N/A
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