Chevrolet Malibu vs Nissan Versa
Overview | |
MSRP$21,680 | MSRP$15,980 |
Average price$15,932 | Average price$13,033 |
Listings9216 | Listings9315 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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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’s getting hard to find a basic subcompact sedan, but Nissan is keeping the faith. The Nissan Versa was introduced for the 2007 model year as the automaker’s entry-level model, slotting below the Sentra in the lineup. It was last redesigned for the 2020 model year, and for 2023 it gets a handful of updates, including freshened styling, more available tech features, and a new S Plus Package for the Versa’s base trim level. In addition to the Versa S, the lineup includes SV and SR models; we tested the latter for this review. Since the Versa has been on sale, the ranks of subcompact cars have thinned considerably. The Chevrolet Sonic, Ford Fiesta, Honda Fit, Hyundai Accent, and Toyota Yaris are no longer sold in the United States. That leaves the Kia Rio and Mitsubishi Mirage G4 as the Versa’s main competitors. But, as is always the case in this market segment, shoppers must also consider whether to buy a new car like the Versa or a potentially better equipped used car for similar money. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 160 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 122 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower122 hp @ 6300 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City32 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway40 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 160 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 122 hp I4 |
Torque184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque114 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower122 hp @ 6300 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City32 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway40 |
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 Space14.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3086 lbs | Curb Weight2599 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height57.3 in |
Length193.8 in | Length177.0 in |
Width73.0 in | Width68.5 in |
Wheelbase111.4 in | Wheelbase103.1 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload862 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $21,680 | $15,980 |
Average price | $15,932 | $13,033 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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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’s getting hard to find a basic subcompact sedan, but Nissan is keeping the faith. The Nissan Versa was introduced for the 2007 model year as the automaker’s entry-level model, slotting below the Sentra in the lineup. It was last redesigned for the 2020 model year, and for 2023 it gets a handful of updates, including freshened styling, more available tech features, and a new S Plus Package for the Versa’s base trim level. In addition to the Versa S, the lineup includes SV and SR models; we tested the latter for this review. Since the Versa has been on sale, the ranks of subcompact cars have thinned considerably. The Chevrolet Sonic, Ford Fiesta, Honda Fit, Hyundai Accent, and Toyota Yaris are no longer sold in the United States. That leaves the Kia Rio and Mitsubishi Mirage G4 as the Versa’s main competitors. But, as is always the case in this market segment, shoppers must also consider whether to buy a new car like the Versa or a potentially better equipped used car for similar money. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 160 hp I4 | 1.6L 122 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm | 122 hp @ 6300 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 32 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 40 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 160 hp I4 | 1.6L 122 hp I4 |
Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 114 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm | 122 hp @ 6300 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 32 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 40 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.8 cu ft | 14.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3086 lbs | 2599 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 57.3 in |
Length | 193.8 in | 177.0 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 68.5 in |
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 103.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 862 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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