Chevrolet Malibu vs Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is more fuel-efficient at 34 MPG combined, against 30 MPG for the Chevrolet Malibu. At EPA assumptions that is about $300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Malibu | Toyota Camry | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,228 | 1,118 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 35 and 6 | 82 and 10 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 46,000 miles | 15,000 miles |
| Recalls | 6 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 30 MPG | 34 MPG |
| City and highway | 27 and 36 | 29 and 41 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,250 | $1,950 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,228 complaints for the Chevrolet Malibu and 1,118 for the Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry.
Safety recalls on file: 6 for the Chevrolet Malibu, 8 for the Toyota Camry.