2013 Chevrolet Malibu vs Hyundai Elantra SEL

2013 Chevrolet Malibu

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Hyundai Elantra SEL

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

2013 Chevrolet Malibu

The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu balances everyday usability with reasonable performance and consumption for value‑minded commuters and small families. With FWD, five seats, and a 428 L trunk, it also fits occasional road trips.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety197 hp

Car B

Hyundai Elantra SEL

The Hyundai Elantra SEL leans toward efficiency and everyday usability for budget-focused shoppers, with seating for five and a usable 407 L trunk. Its 0–100 km/h in 8 s and FWD suit city and commuter use.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety7.5 L/100km

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 61 / 60

City 50 / 52

Budget / value 66 / 67

Road trip 53 / 48

Performance 32 / 29

Cargo 23 / 22

Practical 41 / 42

Premium 23 / 22

Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = 2013 Chevrolet Malibu · Orange = Hyundai Elantra SEL

Specs side-by-side

Spec 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Hyundai Elantra SEL

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