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Mazda MAZDA3 vs Chevrolet Malibu

2017 Mazda MAZDA3
2017 Mazda MAZDA3
$17,845MSRP
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2017 Chevrolet Malibu
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,680MSRP
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2017 Mazda MAZDA3
$17,845MSRP
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2017 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,680MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$17,845

MSRP

$21,680

Listings

212

Listings

478

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.5 out of 10

Expert reviews

8.3 out of 10

Reviews Summary

Mazda is known for making stylish cars with beautiful interiors, and the Mazda3 is no exception. Whether you’re looking at the sporty little MX-5 Miata or the full-size CX-9 crossover, Mazda interiors make these cars look like they cost a lot more than what you paid. Plenty of features even in the base version and well-priced options let you build exactly the Mazda3 you want at a price you can afford.

Reviews 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.

Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 155 hp I4

Engine

1.5L 160 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

155 hp @ 6000 rpm

Horsepower

160 hp @ 5700 rpm

MPG City

28

MPG City

27

MPG Highway

37

MPG Highway

36
2017 Mazda MAZDA3
2017 Mazda MAZDA3
$17,845MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2017 Chevrolet Malibu
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,680MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2017 Mazda MAZDA3
$17,845MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,680MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$17,845
$21,680
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.6

4.3

Expert reviews

8.5 out of 10

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8.3 out of 10

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Summary
Mazda is known for making stylish cars with beautiful interiors, and the Mazda3 is no exception. Whether you’re looking at the sporty little MX-5 Miata or the full-size CX-9 crossover, Mazda interiors make these cars look like they cost a lot more than what you paid. Plenty of features even in the base version and well-priced options let you build exactly the Mazda3 you want at a price you can afford.
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.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 155 hp I4
1.5L 160 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
155 hp @ 6000 rpm
160 hp @ 5700 rpm
MPG City
28
27
MPG Highway
37
36
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