Lexus IS vs Chevrolet Malibu
Overview | |
Years produced1964-1965 | Years produced2001-Present |
MSRP$21,680 | MSRP$39,125 |
Listings9421 | Listings4767 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 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 SummaryAfter a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. We sampled the new 2022 IS 500 in the suburbs and outskirts of Phoenix, and if you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 160 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 160 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.8 cu ft | Cargo Space10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3086 lbs | Curb Weight3715 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height56.5 in |
Length193.8 in | Length185.4 in |
Width73.0 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase111.4 in | Wheelbase110.2 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload825 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1964-1965 | 2001-Present |
MSRP | $21,680 | $39,125 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 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. | After a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. We sampled the new 2022 IS 500 in the suburbs and outskirts of Phoenix, and if you ’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 160 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 160 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.8 cu ft | 10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3086 lbs | 3715 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 193.8 in | 185.4 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 110.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 825 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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