Chevrolet Malibu vs Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is more fuel-efficient at 33 MPG combined, against 32 MPG for the Chevrolet Malibu. At EPA assumptions that is about $50 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Malibu | Honda Accord | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 337 | 583 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Forward collision avoidance |
| Crashes and fires | 16 and 0 | 28 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 69,000 miles | 14,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 32 MPG | 33 MPG |
| City and highway | 29 and 36 | 30 and 38 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,100 | $2,050 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 337 complaints for the Chevrolet Malibu and 583 for the Honda Accord. 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: 4 stars for the Chevrolet Malibu, 5 stars for the Honda Accord.
Safety recalls on file: 1 for the Chevrolet Malibu, 5 for the Honda Accord.