2012 Chevrolet Malibu vs Kia Forte EX

2012 Chevrolet Malibu

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Kia Forte EX

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

Kia Forte EX

The Kia Forte EX suits budget-focused buyers and small families with five seats, a useful 426-liter trunk, and efficient 7.1 L/100 km running. It leans on reliability and safety strengths while offering brisk everyday performance.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety7.1 L/100km

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 61 / 61

City 51 / 53

Budget / value 64 / 69

Road trip 54 / 49

Performance 31 / 29

Cargo 25 / 23

Practical 41 / 44

Premium 22 / 22

Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = 2012 Chevrolet Malibu · Orange = Kia Forte EX

Specs side-by-side

Spec 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Kia Forte EX

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