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Chevrolet Malibu vs Hyundai Tiburon

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

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2025 Chevrolet Malibu

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2008 Hyundai Tiburon

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Overview

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetHyundai TiburonGS
Selected trimLS FleetGS
Body styleSedanHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20252008

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetHyundai TiburonGS
MSRP$24,700$17,270 (best)
Lowest listing price$13,359 (best)—
Median listing price$17,396 (best)—
Highest listing price$20,398 (best)—
For sale now17 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetHyundai TiburonGS
Combined MPG31 MPG (best)23 MPG
City MPG28 MPG (best)20 MPG
Highway MPG36 MPG (best)28 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal (best)14.5 gal

Performance

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetHyundai TiburonGS
Horsepower163 hp (best)138 hp
Torque184 lb-ft (best)136 lb-ft
Engine size1.5 L2 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetHyundai TiburonGS
Seating5 seats (best)4 seats
Doors4 (best)3
Cargo volume15.7 cu ft (best)14.8 cu ft
Curb weight3,135 lbs2,898 lbs (best)
Wheelbase111 in (best)99.6 in
Length194.2 in (best)173 in
Width73 in (best)69.3 in
Height57.9 in (best)52.4 in

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetHyundai TiburonGS
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
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.

TrimChevrolet MalibuHyundai Tiburon
1

LS Fleet

$24,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

GS

$17,270 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LS

$25,800 MSRP

GS

$18,370 MSRP

3

RS

$26,800 MSRP

GT

$20,170 MSRP

4

1LT

$28,100 MSRP

GT

$21,270 MSRP

5

2LT

$31,500 MSRP

SE

$22,620 MSRP

6—

GT Limited

$22,770 MSRP

Live inventory

Chevrolet Malibu17 for sale

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Chevrolet Malibu vs Hyundai Tiburon FAQ

Which is better: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2008 Hyundai Tiburon?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2008 Hyundai Tiburon on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2008 Hyundai Tiburon?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon starts lower at $17,270. Live Chevrolet Malibu listings start at $13,359.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2008 Hyundai Tiburon?
The 2008 Hyundai Tiburon leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,270).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2008 Hyundai Tiburon?
The 2025 Chevrolet Malibu leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
Which has better horsepower: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2008 Hyundai Tiburon?
The 2008 Hyundai Tiburon leads on horsepower in this comparison (172).
Which has better seats: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2008 Hyundai Tiburon?
The 2025 Chevrolet Malibu leads on seats in this comparison (5).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2008 Hyundai Tiburon?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Malibu (5/5 NHTSA overall).