Toyota Prius vs. Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Review

Utility
Neither the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid nor the Toyota Prius has a marked advantage when it comes to seating capacity.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, the Malibu Hybrid packs quite a wallop and will knock the Prius down a few rungs. However, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

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

Convenience
You will quite certainly have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid than with the Toyota Prius.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid to the dealership as the Toyota Prius. The Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid pales in comparison to the Toyota regarding fuel economy. Producing an accurate gas mileage evaluation is so hard that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though the Toyota is the winner with respect to gas mileage. When it comes to MSRP, the Chevrolet costs almost as much as the Toyota Prius (though the Toyota Prius is somewhat cheaper). The Toyota Prius will save you a bundle at the pump every year compared to the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid.

Handling
With its tighter turning circle, the Toyota is definitely sprier than the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the flip side, keep in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid's engine is significantly more massive than the Toyota Prius's. Bear in mind that more massive engines may use more gasoline than smaller ones. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid is significantly more powerful than the Prius. The Toyota Prius could learn a lesson or two from the Malibu Hybrid regarding torque.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid offers a bit more head room than the Toyota Prius, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Toyota Prius.

Warranty
The Prius and the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid have the same basic warranty.