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Chevrolet Malibu vs Mercury Milan

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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2011 Mercury Milan

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Overview

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetMercury MilanBase
Selected trimLS FleetBase
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic6-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20252011

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetMercury MilanBase
MSRP$24,700$22,025 (best)
Lowest listing price$12,960 (best)—
Median listing price$16,997 (best)—
Highest listing price$18,888 (best)—
For sale now14 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetMercury MilanBase
Combined MPG31 MPG (best)24 MPG
City MPG28 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG36 MPG (best)29 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal17.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetMercury MilanBase
Horsepower163 hp175 hp (best)
Torque184 lb-ft (best)172 lb-ft
Engine size1.5 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetMercury MilanBase
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume15.7 cu ft16.5 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,135 lbs (best)3,308 lbs
Wheelbase111 in (best)107.4 in
Length194.2 in (best)189 in
Width73 in (best)72.2 in
Height57.9 in (best)56.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetMercury MilanBase
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)7

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 MalibuMercury Milan
1

LS Fleet

$24,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$22,025 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LS

$25,800 MSRP

Base

$28,345 MSRP

3

RS

$26,800 MSRP

Premier

$25,165 MSRP

4

1LT

$28,100 MSRP

Premier

$28,645 MSRP

5

2LT

$31,500 MSRP

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Chevrolet Malibu14 for sale

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Chevrolet Malibu vs Mercury Milan FAQ

Which is better: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2011 Mercury Milan?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2011 Mercury Milan 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 2011 Mercury Milan?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Mercury Milan starts lower at $22,025. Live Chevrolet Malibu listings start at $12,960.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2011 Mercury Milan?
The 2011 Mercury Milan leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,025).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2011 Mercury Milan?
The 2011 Mercury Milan leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (39).
Which has better horsepower: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2011 Mercury Milan?
The 2011 Mercury Milan leads on horsepower in this comparison (240).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2011 Mercury Milan?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Malibu (5/5 NHTSA overall); Mercury Milan (4/5 NHTSA overall).