Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs Mazda 6
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2021 Mazda 6
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Malibu LimitedLS | Mazda 6Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS | Sport |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2021 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Malibu LimitedLS | Mazda 6Sport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,565 (best) | $24,475 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Malibu LimitedLS | Mazda 6Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gal | 16.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Malibu LimitedLS | Mazda 6Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 197 hp (best) | 187 hp |
| Torque | 191 lb-ft (best) | 186 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet Malibu LimitedLS | Mazda 6Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 16.3 cu ft (best) | 14.7 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 1,036 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 3,437 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 111.4 in (best) |
| Length | 191.5 in | 192.7 in (best) |
| Width | 73 in (best) | 72.4 in |
| Height | 57.6 in (best) | 57.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Malibu LimitedLS | Mazda 6Sport |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 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 | Chevrolet Malibu Limited | Mazda 6 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $22,565 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sport $24,475 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LS Fleet $22,565 MSRP | Touring $27,075 MSRP |
| 3 | LT $23,835 MSRP | Grand Touring $30,175 MSRP |
| 4 | LTZ $28,420 MSRP | Grand Touring Reserve $32,675 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Carbon Edition $32,950 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Signature $35,900 MSRP |