Nissan Altima Hybrid vs. Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Review

Utility
Neither the Nissan Altima Hybrid nor the Chevrolet has a marked advantage with respect to seating capacity.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Nissan Altima Hybrid than the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid because of its larger tank. The Nissan Altima Hybrid and the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid compete for the same parking spaces.

Convenience
The Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the Nissan Altima Hybrid.

Cost
In terms of fuel economy, the Nissan Altima Hybrid beats the Malibu Hybrid. The Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Nissan Altima Hybrid. In terms of MSRP, the Nissan Altima Hybrid costs almost as much as the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid (though the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid is a bit cheaper).

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the Nissan Altima Hybrid and the Chevrolet most definitely handle almost the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid and the Nissan Altima Hybrid have similar-sized engines, with a slight advantage to the Nissan Altima Hybrid. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Nissan isn't much more powerful than the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Nissan Altima Hybrid's front cabin compared to the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid. The Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Nissan Altima Hybrid does.

Warranty
The Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid and the Nissan have the same basic after-sale protection.