Chevrolet Malibu vs Pontiac Grand Prix
The Chevrolet Malibu and the Pontiac Grand Prix are rated the same on fuel economy: 21 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Malibu | Pontiac Grand Prix | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 693 | 1,064 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 34 and 0 | 52 and 123 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 83,000 miles | 101,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 5 |
| 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 1,064 for the Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 5 for the Pontiac Grand Prix.