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The Chevrolet Malibu vs Honda Accord

On the market and looking for a top quality sedan that can keep you comfortable and engaged at the wheel? You have many options. Two of the most popular models at the moment, though, include the Honda Accord and the Chevrolet Malibu. Both are impressive pieces of hardware, offering ample opportunity for you to get around without any hassles.
What, though, tends to come out on top? If you are looking for as close to perfection as is possible for your own needs, which sedan wins?

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Compare the Cost

In terms of pricing and cost of running, the Malibu wins. With the starting price of the Accord being around $22,455, and the Malibu starting at $21,680, it’s easy to see why both models are good starting places. At just under $1,000 under the Accord, the Malibu is the choice of those who are on the market looking for a bit of a bargain and some added value thrown into the process.
2016 Malibu

Performance

Of course, it’s not all down to just the cost. The Malibu, though, has your back when it comes to driving performance and safety. It comes with a five-star NHTSA rating, that makes sure you can feel safe hopping into the driver’s seat and taking off. The Teen Driver system makes it much easier for you to buy if you want to help set a certain speed and radio volume limit, helping that newbie driver in the family stay safe.

The Accord, meanwhile, is relatively solid but most of the good add-on safety options are a costly expense. Add in the fact that the Malibu is an easier car for most drivers to master, with its engines ranging from 160-250HP depending on what model you go for. It’s a very smooth, comfortable ride, that offers great value for the money that you’ll be spending.

2018 Malibu

Features and Functionality

The Malibu wins when it comes to things like interior quality and storage. While interior quality is very close – both have very sleek, comfortable and spacious interiors with enough leg room and movement for even the tallest driver – the cargo space that you get with the Malibu just wins the day hands down.

With an impressive 15.8 cubic feet offered by both, the average you need for a good sedan, the Malibu has a better shape to it. The overly narrow trunking shape makes it hard for the Accord to be as space-efficient. Add in a more user-friendly information panel with the Malibu, and it’s easy to see why most would pick that in terms of spaciousness and general driving comfort. Not mention available 4G LTE WiFi Hotspot!

In conclusion; It’s easy to see what wins the day here; the Chevrolet Malibu. While both are great automobiles, the Malibu tends to live up to expectation a little better. As such, it’s likely a good choice for anyone who would like to make use of a vehicle that feels and handles itself in the manner and maturity that one would expect of a sedan in the $20,000+ mark.

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