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Buick Verano vs Chevrolet Malibu

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2017 Buick Verano

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2025 Chevrolet Malibu

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Overview

SpecBuick Verano1SVChevrolet MalibuLS Fleet
Selected trim1SVLS Fleet
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20172025

Pricing & market

SpecBuick Verano1SVChevrolet MalibuLS Fleet
MSRP$21,065 (best)$24,700
Lowest listing price—$8,500 (best)
Median listing price—$18,524 (best)
Highest listing price—$23,831 (best)
For sale now041 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBuick Verano1SVChevrolet MalibuLS Fleet
Combined MPG24 MPG31 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG28 MPG (best)
Highway MPG31 MPG36 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.6 gal15.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBuick Verano1SVChevrolet MalibuLS Fleet
Horsepower180 hp (best)163 hp
Torque171 lb-ft184 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L (best)1.5 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBuick Verano1SVChevrolet MalibuLS Fleet
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.3 cu ft15.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,300 lbs3,135 lbs (best)
Wheelbase105.7 in111 in (best)
Length183.9 in194.2 in (best)
Width71.4 in73 in (best)
Height58.1 in (best)57.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBuick Verano1SVChevrolet MalibuLS Fleet
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)11

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.

TrimBuick VeranoChevrolet Malibu
1

1SV

$21,065 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LS Fleet

$24,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport Touring

$24,115 MSRP

LS

$25,800 MSRP

3

Leather Group

$26,555 MSRP

RS

$26,800 MSRP

4—

1LT

$28,100 MSRP

5—

2LT

$31,500 MSRP

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Buick Verano vs Chevrolet Malibu FAQ

Which is better: 2017 Buick Verano or 2025 Chevrolet Malibu?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Buick Verano vs 2025 Chevrolet Malibu on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2017 Buick Verano or 2025 Chevrolet Malibu?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Buick Verano starts lower at $21,065. Live Chevrolet Malibu listings start at $8,500.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Buick Verano or 2025 Chevrolet Malibu?
The 2017 Buick Verano leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,065).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Buick Verano or 2025 Chevrolet Malibu?
The 2025 Chevrolet Malibu leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
Which has better horsepower: 2017 Buick Verano or 2025 Chevrolet Malibu?
The 2017 Buick Verano leads on horsepower in this comparison (180).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2017 Buick Verano or 2025 Chevrolet Malibu?
The 2017 Buick Verano leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2017 Buick Verano vs 2025 Chevrolet Malibu?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick Verano (5/5 NHTSA overall); Chevrolet Malibu (5/5 NHTSA overall).