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Comfort
The Chevrolet Malibu offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Honda Civic.
Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Honda Civic, the Chevrolet Malibu may be a little roomier and more comfortable for the driver and front seat passengers.
Convenience
The Honda Civic requires fewer visits to the gas station than the Chevrolet Malibu, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Chevrolet Malibu is somewhat more expensive than the Honda Civic.
Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. The Chevrolet Malibu and the Honda Civic have similar Destination Charges.
Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Malibu is much wider than the Honda Civic, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Chevrolet Malibu, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Honda Civic.
Drivetrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Chevrolet Malibu transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Honda Civic.
Handling
The Chevrolet Malibu has a larger turning radius than the Honda Civic, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Chevrolet Malibu has less horsepower than the Honda Civic, so it will probably be somewhat slower.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Chevrolet Malibu and the Honda Civic.
The Chevrolet Malibu has a roomier cargo area for holding your bags or other items than the Honda Civic.
Warranty
The Chevrolet Malibu comes with essentially the same basic warranty as the Honda Civic.
Compare the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu and the 2018 Honda Civic. 
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| Cash Back Rebate: | Visit Rebate Center | Visit Rebate Center |
| Low APR Loan: | -- | -- |
| Lease Incentive: | -- | -- |
| City MPG: | 22 - 27 | 28 - 32 |
| Highway MPG: | 32 - 36 | 38 - 42 |
| Engine(s): | Inline-4 | Inline-4 |
| Seating Capacity: | 5 | 5 |
| Basic Warranty: | 3 years/36,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
Overall Safety Rating 
Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries. Read an article on the current NHTSA crash test program. |
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| Frontal Crash Rating
Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries. Read an article on the current NHTSA crash test program. |
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| Side Crash Rating
Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries. Read an article on the current NHTSA crash test program. |
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| Invoice*: | $21,572 - $29,779 | $17,517 - $24,794 |
Days on Lot measures the average number of days a model sits on a dealer's lot before it's sold. This is one predictor of a dealer's willingness to negotiate.
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2018 Chevrolet Malibu
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*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
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