Chevrolet Malibu vs Ford Taurus
The Chevrolet Malibu and the Ford Taurus are rated the same on fuel economy: 21 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Malibu | Ford Taurus | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 693 | 1,003 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Transmission |
| Crashes and fires | 34 and 0 | 73 and 16 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 83,000 miles | 82,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 26 | 18 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $3,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 693 complaints for the Chevrolet Malibu and 1,003 for the Ford Taurus. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the Chevrolet Malibu, 3 for the Ford Taurus.