2013 Chevrolet Malibu vs Kia Forte EX

2013 Chevrolet Malibu

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Kia Forte EX

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

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 50 / 53

Budget / value 66 / 69

Road trip 53 / 49

Performance 32 / 29

Cargo 23 / 23

Practical 41 / 44

Premium 23 / 22

Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = 2013 Chevrolet Malibu · Orange = Kia Forte EX

Specs side-by-side

Spec 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Kia Forte EX

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