Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs Chevrolet Malibu
Overview | |
MSRP$52,950 | MSRP$21,680 |
Listings9187 | Listings9367 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryYou get what you pay for. For a Mercedes-Benz E-Class, you’ll pay a lot, but the reward will be owning one of the finest luxury cars on the face of the planet. The only reason to shop around is if you can’t afford one, and let’s be straight, has anyone gotten out of bed and said, “I can’t wait until I can buy an Acura TLX!”? While the latest E-Class is technically in its fifth generation, Mercedes has been making midsize sedans since the 1950s. It’s been in business for 130 years. The Germans understand luxury, and after you drive the new E-Class, so will you. | |
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. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 160 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5550 rpm | Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 160 hp I4 |
Torque273 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm | Torque184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5550 rpm | Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.1 cu ft | Cargo Space15.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3792 lbs | Curb Weight3086 lbs |
Height57.8 in | Height57.6 in |
Length193.8 in | Length193.8 in |
Width81.3 in | Width73.0 in |
Wheelbase115.7 in | Wheelbase111.4 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $52,950 | $21,680 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | You get what you pay for. For a Mercedes-Benz E-Class, you’ll pay a lot, but the reward will be owning one of the finest luxury cars on the face of the planet. The only reason to shop around is if you can’t afford one, and let’s be straight, has anyone gotten out of bed and said, “I can’t wait until I can buy an Acura TLX!”? While the latest E-Class is technically in its fifth generation, Mercedes has been making midsize sedans since the 1950s. It’s been in business for 130 years. The Germans understand luxury, and after you drive the new E-Class, so will you. | 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 241 hp I4 | 1.5L 160 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5550 rpm | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.5L 160 hp I4 |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm | 184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5550 rpm | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.1 cu ft | 15.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3792 lbs | 3086 lbs |
Height | 57.8 in | 57.6 in |
Length | 193.8 in | 193.8 in |
Width | 81.3 in | 73.0 in |
Wheelbase | 115.7 in | 111.4 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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