The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D Automatic (12 - 14) vs. VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel DSG (Natural Gas) (11 - 13)
€ 31,500
€ 32,800
€ 31,500
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 32,800
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ slightly. The Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D is 3.8 inches longer, 1.4 inches wider and 0.2 inches lower than the VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel.
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
57.7
73
80.9
57.9
71.7
81.2
73 in
Width
71.7 in
80.9 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
81.2 in
57.7 in
Height
57.9 in
107.8
191.5
106.8
187.8
191.5 in
Length
187.8 in
107.8 in
Wheelbase
106.8 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
3770 lb
Curb Weight
3569 lb
4982 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4718 lb
Weight Difference:
201 lb
5.33 %
General
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
KL1G
Generation
B7
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Diesel
Fuel Type
Natural Gas (CNG)
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four engine with gas turbine compressor
Engine Code
*CDG*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
1.4 L / 69 cu in
158 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 5500 rpm
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D
158 hp
148 hp
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
258 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
162 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D
258 lb‑ft
162 lb‑ft
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Performance
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
127 mph
Maximum Speed
133 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D
62 mph
62
mph
mph
446 ft
0.000 sec
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
▶ REPLAY
23.86 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
24.11 lb/hp
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D
23.86 lb/hp
24.11 lb/hp
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Fuel Economy
44 mpg
( 50 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy consumption of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
combined ✽ per 100 miles
15.3 lb✽
( 6 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy consumption of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D
50 MPGe
6 MPGe
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
35 mpg
city
20.6 lb
52 mpg
highway
12.4 lb
19.3 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
46 lb
856 mi
Range
303 mi
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D
856 mi
303 mi
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Environmental Impact
109.1 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
31.5 kWh
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D
109.1 kWh
31.5 kWh
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
237 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
192 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1213 lb
Maximum Payload
1149 lb
15.4 cu ft
Trunk Volume
16 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
