Buick Century vs Chevrolet Malibu
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Chevrolet Malibu
Overview
| Spec | Buick CenturyStandard | Chevrolet MalibuLS Fleet |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Standard | LS Fleet |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2005 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick CenturyStandard | Chevrolet MalibuLS Fleet |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,040 (best) | $24,700 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick CenturyStandard | Chevrolet MalibuLS Fleet |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG | 36 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17 gal (best) | 15.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Buick CenturyStandard | Chevrolet MalibuLS Fleet |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 175 hp (best) | 163 hp |
| Torque | 195 lb-ft (best) | 184 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.1 L (best) | 1.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick CenturyStandard | Chevrolet MalibuLS Fleet |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 6 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 16.7 cu ft (best) | 15.7 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,342 lbs | 3,135 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 109 in | 111 in (best) |
| Length | 194.6 in (best) | 194.2 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 73 in (best) |
| Height | 56.6 in | 57.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick CenturyStandard | Chevrolet MalibuLS Fleet |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 3 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Buick Century | Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Standard $22,040 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LS Fleet $24,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | LS $25,800 MSRP |
| 3 | — | RS $26,800 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 1LT $28,100 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 2LT $31,500 MSRP |