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2017 Chevrolet Malibu
Sedan · Electric · FWD
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Volkswagen Jetta TDI
Sedan · Diesel · FWD
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
Car A
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
The 2017 Chevrolet Malibu delivers balanced everyday performance and efficiency, suiting city commutes and small-family needs. It represents good value in its segment without targeting premium trimmings.
5 seatsSedanElectric5-star safety163 hpElectric
Volkswagen Jetta TDI
Car B
Volkswagen Jetta TDI
The Volkswagen Jetta TDI blends diesel efficiency with solid everyday performance and space for five at a 22,000 price point. Best for budget-focused commuters and growing families rather than premium or cargo-heavy needs.
5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety5 L/100km
Why compared cross branddifferent powertrainsame body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 60 / 63
City 64 / 56
Budget / value 67 / 75
Road trip 51 / 49
Performance 31 / 30
Cargo 23 / 25
Practical 42 / 49
Premium 22 / 22
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = 2017 Chevrolet Malibu · Orange = Volkswagen Jetta TDI

Specs side-by-side

Spec 2017 Chevrolet Malibu Volkswagen Jetta TDI
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

2017 Chevrolet Malibu

  • Efficient for its class at 7.8 L/100 km.
  • Five seats and FWD make it easy to live with in the city.
  • Adequate performance for commuting (8.5 s 0–100 km/h).
  • Price of 22,000 places it as good value in its segment.

Volkswagen Jetta TDI

  • Efficient for its class at 5 L/100 km combined.
  • Good value in its segment at a 22,000 price point.
  • Strong low-end pull (320 Nm) and 8.5 s 0–100 km/h aid confident merging.
  • Practical five-seat cabin with a 450‑L trunk for everyday family use.

Verdict

Pick 2017 Chevrolet Malibu if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
2017 Chevrolet Malibu is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Volkswagen Jetta TDI if…
Performance & capability
Volkswagen Jetta TDI is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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