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Compare Chevrolet Malibu vs Volkswagen Arteon

Chevrolet Malibu
2023 Chevrolet Malibu
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$26,000
Starting Price (MSRP)
6.6
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Volkswagen Arteon
2023 Volkswagen Arteon
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$43,010
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.3
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Overview

Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 29 MPG
Hwy: 36 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.8 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
15.7 ft³
Trunk Volume
N/A

Photos

Chevrolet Malibu
2019-2023 Chevrolet Malibu Rear Angle View
2019-2023 Chevrolet Malibu Dashboard
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Volkswagen Arteon
2021-2023 Volkswagen Arteon Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
160 hp @ 5700 rpm
300 hp @ 5350 rpm
Torque
184 lb-ft @ 2500-3000 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,135 lbs
3,677 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
32 MPG
28 MPG
City
29 MPG
25 MPG
Highway
36 MPG
33 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.5 (2022) Tons/yr
6.4 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.8 gallons
17.4 gallons
Cruising Range City
458.2 miles
435 miles
Cruising Range Highway
568.8 miles
574.2 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
194.2 in
191.5 in
Height
57.9 in
56.8 in
Max Width
73 in
73.7 in
Front Width
62.6 in
62.5 in
Rear Width
62.5 in
62.1 in
Wheelbase
111.4 in
111.9 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.5 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.1 in
37.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
58.5 in
56.5 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.1 in
54.3 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
38.1 in
40.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.5 in
37 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
57.1 in
54.7 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53.4 in
46.5 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
15.7 ft³
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

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

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8.0"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8.0"
18" x 8"

Suspension

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

Tires

Front Tire
245/45R18
P245/45HR18
Rear Tire
245/45R18
P245/45HR18
Spare Tire
T125/80R16
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Deep Black Pearl
  • Moonstone Gray

Optional Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Kingfisher Blue Metallic
  • Kings Red Metallic
  • Opal White Pearl

Standard Interior Materials

  • Jet Black, Premium cloth seat trim
  • Mistral Gray/Raven, Perforated V-Tex Leatherette Seating Surfaces
  • Titan Black, Perforated V-Tex Leatherette Seating Surfaces

Features and Options

Infotainment

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

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

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

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Optional
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Standard
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

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
7 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain Note
Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
N/A
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Rust-Through
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Warranty Note
Preliminary 2023 Warranty
N/A
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 20,000 Miles
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