2012 Chevrolet Malibu vs Volkswagen Passat B8

2012 Chevrolet Malibu

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Volkswagen Passat B8

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

2012 Chevrolet Malibu

The 2012 Chevrolet Malibu delivers good value in its segment for budget-focused shoppers, pairing five-seat practicality with FWD and a useful 453 L trunk. Efficiency and safety are noted strengths, while performance suits everyday driving more than thrills.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety160 hp

Car B

Volkswagen Passat B8

The Volkswagen Passat B8 focuses on efficiency and practicality, delivering good value in its segment. With 5.2 L/100 km combined consumption and a 586 L trunk, it fits growing families and long-distance travel.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety5.2 L/100km

Why compared better on fuelcomparison picksame body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seats

Usage fit

Family 61 / 67

City 51 / 43

Budget / value 64 / 71

Road trip 54 / 64

Performance 31 / 25

Cargo 25 / 32

Practical 41 / 50

Premium 22 / 29

Winter 26 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = 2012 Chevrolet Malibu · Orange = Volkswagen Passat B8

Specs side-by-side

Spec 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Volkswagen Passat B8

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

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