Chevrolet Malibu vs Buick Regal Sportback
2018 Buick Regal Sportback for Sale
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2017 Chevrolet Malibu for Sale
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Overview | |
MSRP$21,680 | MSRP$24,990 |
Average price$15,908 | Average price |
Listings9474 | Listings109 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryRodney Dangerfield was a legendary stand-up comedian, and while his on-stage shtick was all about how he didn’t get any respect, as a comedic talent he was held in the highest esteem. That’s not the case for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. The oft-maligned Malibu literally gets no respect, which is too bad because with its most recent redesign for the 2016 model year, the car absolutely deserves it. | |
Reviews SummaryPerhaps Buick’s most recognizable nameplate, the Regal has been a staple of the tri-shield’s stable for more than four decades. More than that, it’s been one of GM’s more successful attempts to attract new buyers to the brand, with the company claiming more than 40% of Regal buyers in the previous generation came from non-GM brands. For this new generation, Buick is trying something different with the Regal, offering fastback sedan and wagon variants, as well as a performance GS version that sees the Regal boasting V6 power for the first time in 13 years. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 160 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 250 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower250 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 160 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 250 hp I4 |
Torque184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower250 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.8 cu ft | Cargo Space31.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3086 lbs | Curb Weight3748 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height57.3 in |
Length193.8 in | Length192.9 in |
Width73.0 in | Width73.3 in |
Wheelbase111.4 in | Wheelbase111.4 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
2018 Buick Regal Sportback for Sale
Shop Now109 results
2017 Chevrolet Malibu for Sale
Shop Now9444 results
Overview | ||
MSRP | $21,680 | $24,990 |
Average price | $15,908 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.2 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | Rodney Dangerfield was a legendary stand-up comedian, and while his on-stage shtick was all about how he didn’t get any respect, as a comedic talent he was held in the highest esteem. That’s not the case for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. The oft-maligned Malibu literally gets no respect, which is too bad because with its most recent redesign for the 2016 model year, the car absolutely deserves it. | Perhaps Buick’s most recognizable nameplate, the Regal has been a staple of the tri-shield’s stable for more than four decades. More than that, it’s been one of GM’s more successful attempts to attract new buyers to the brand, with the company claiming more than 40% of Regal buyers in the previous generation came from non-GM brands. For this new generation, Buick is trying something different with the Regal, offering fastback sedan and wagon variants, as well as a performance GS version that sees the Regal boasting V6 power for the first time in 13 years. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 160 hp I4 | 2.0L 250 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm | 250 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 160 hp I4 | 2.0L 250 hp I4 |
Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm | 250 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.8 cu ft | 31.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3086 lbs | 3748 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 57.3 in |
Length | 193.8 in | 192.9 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 73.3 in |
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 111.4 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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