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2023 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2022 Honda Accord Review

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2023 Chevrolet
Malibu

MSRP*: $24,700 to $31,500
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2022 Honda
Accord

MSRP*: $26,520 to $38,450
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MPG - City 22 - 29 MPG 22 - 30 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 36 MPG 32 - 38 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 160-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 192-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 252-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic, Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 160 hp 192 - 252 hp
Exterior Length 194.2 in 196.1 in
Exterior Width 73.0 in 73.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 40.4 in
Head Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.5 in
Front 37.5 - 39.5 in
Rear 37.2 - 37.3 in

*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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Accord than the Chevrolet Malibu, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Chevrolet Malibu and the Honda Accord in the front seats.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Chevrolet Malibu as you will with the Honda Accord, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Chevrolet Malibu will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Honda Accord.

Dimensions
The Chevrolet Malibu is about the same width as the Honda Accord. When looking at overall length, the Chevrolet Malibu takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Honda Accord.

Handling
The Chevrolet Malibu has a smaller turning radius than the Honda Accord, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Chevrolet Malibu has less horsepower than the Honda Accord, so it will probably be somewhat slower.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Chevrolet Malibu does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Honda Accord.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Chevrolet Malibu and the Honda Accord.