Chevrolet Malibu vs Dodge Charger
Overview | |
Years produced1964-1965 | Years produced1966-1978 |
MSRP$21,680 | MSRP$54,995 |
Listings9421 | Listings9456 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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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 SummaryIt doesn’t have a V8, but the 2026 Dodge Charger does have 550 horsepower and 531 pound-feet of torque from a turbocharged SIXPACK High Output inline-six engine. All-wheel drive is also standard, and additional drive modes mean smoky burnouts, drifting and donuts remain Charger specialties. It’s offered in two- and four-door styles, and there’s plenty of interior room for adult passengers, making it a uniquely powerful and potentially practical American muscle car for the right buyer. Verdict: Who needs a Hemi? It’s not likely to have broad appeal as a family car, but the 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack stands out as a truly modern muscle car. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 160 hp I4 | Engine |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City27 | MPG City |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 160 hp I4 | Engine Name3.0L 550 hp I6 |
Torque184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque531 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower550 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway |
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 Space22.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3086 lbs | Curb Weight4816 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height59.2 in |
Length193.8 in | Length206.6 in |
Width73.0 in | Width79.8 in |
Wheelbase111.4 in | Wheelbase121.0 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1964-1965 | 1966-1978 |
MSRP | $21,680 | $54,995 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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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. | It doesn’t have a V8, but the 2026 Dodge Charger does have 550 horsepower and 531 pound-feet of torque from a turbocharged SIXPACK High Output inline-six engine. All-wheel drive is also standard, and additional drive modes mean smoky burnouts, drifting and donuts remain Charger specialties. It’s offered in two- and four-door styles, and there’s plenty of interior room for adult passengers, making it a uniquely powerful and potentially practical American muscle car for the right buyer. Verdict: Who needs a Hemi? It’s not likely to have broad appeal as a family car, but the 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack stands out as a truly modern muscle car. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 160 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm | |
MPG City | 27 | |
MPG Highway | 36 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 160 hp I4 | 3.0L 550 hp I6 |
Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 531 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm | 550 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | |
MPG Highway | 36 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.8 cu ft | 22.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3086 lbs | 4816 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 59.2 in |
Length | 193.8 in | 206.6 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 79.8 in |
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 121.0 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
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