Chevrolet Malibu vs Ford Fusion
The Chevrolet Malibu is more fuel-efficient at 30 MPG combined, against 27 MPG for the Ford Fusion. At EPA assumptions that is about $250 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Malibu | Ford Fusion | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,180 | 1,404 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 25 and 7 | 55 and 10 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 51,000 miles | 70,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 30 MPG | 27 MPG |
| City and highway | 27 and 36 | 23 and 34 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,250 | $2,500 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,180 complaints for the Chevrolet Malibu and 1,404 for the Ford Fusion. 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Chevrolet Malibu, 5 stars for the Ford Fusion.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the Chevrolet Malibu, 4 for the Ford Fusion.