Chevrolet Malibu vs Chrysler 200
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2017 Chrysler 200
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet MalibuLS Fleet | Chrysler 200LX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS Fleet | LX |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 9-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | flex-fuel (FFV) |
| Model year | 2025 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet MalibuLS Fleet | Chrysler 200LX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $24,700 | $22,115 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet MalibuLS Fleet | Chrysler 200LX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 36 MPG | 36 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gal | 15.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet MalibuLS Fleet | Chrysler 200LX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 163 hp | 184 hp (best) |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft (best) | 173 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 2.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet MalibuLS Fleet | Chrysler 200LX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 15.7 cu ft | 16 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,135 lbs (best) | 3,473 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111 in (best) | 108 in |
| Length | 194.2 in (best) | 192.3 in |
| Width | 73 in | 73.6 in (best) |
| Height | 57.9 in | 58.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet MalibuLS Fleet | Chrysler 200LX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| 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 | Chrysler 200 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS Fleet $24,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $22,115 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LS $25,800 MSRP | Limited $24,610 MSRP |
| 3 | RS $26,800 MSRP | Limited Platinum $24,610 MSRP |
| 4 | 1LT $28,100 MSRP | S $25,690 MSRP |
| 5 | 2LT $31,500 MSRP | S $29,905 MSRP |
| 6 | — | S Alloy Edition $26,685 MSRP |
| 7 | — | S Alloy Edition $30,900 MSRP |
| 8 | — | C $27,570 MSRP |
| 9 | — | C $31,785 MSRP |
| 10 | — | C Platinum $27,795 MSRP |
| 11 | — | C Platinum $31,785 MSRP |