Chevy Malibu vs. Nissan Altima
With the right vehicle, vacation time can be all the time. The 2023 Chevy Malibu and the 2023 Nissan Altima are vehicles that thrive on land and by water, making them great companions for staycations or waterside retreats. Which one will you be taking on your next vacation near Indianapolis, Fishers, or Speedway?
Our Andy Mohr Speedway Chevrolet team will help you decide with the following Malibu vs. Altima comparison. Let’s dive in!
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Vacation time means quality time spent with loved ones. It also entails much packing! The Malibu and the Altima will make organizing your crew and cargo easy. Continue reading to find out more about their flexible and spacious interiors.
Although the Malibu and the Altima are sedans, they have much space to fill! Both models have spacious trunks that measure over 15 cubic feet. Plus, they have 60/40 split-folding rear seats to open more room for longer items, like kayak oars or umbrellas.
The Chevy, however, makes it easier to organize and protect your trunk with these cargo amenities:
- Trunk cargo anchors
- Available cargo mat
- Available cargo net
These features let you secure your gear to avoid rolling and squashing more delicate cargo. The available cargo mat will also trap any sand or dirt you collect from your latest adventure! The Altima goes without similar amenities.
It’s time to load up the family. Both sedans offer 100 cubic feet of space for your crew. What does that look like between their two rows? For starters, you’ll find similar dimensions in the front row, allowing you and your copilot to feel comfortable during long highway jaunts.
What about your rear-seat passengers? They may be more comfortable in the Malibu thanks to its more prominent rear dimensions:
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| Rear Headroom | 37.5 inches | 36.9 inches |
| Rear Legroom | 38.1 inches | 35.2 inches |
What about your rear-seat passengers? They may be more comfortable in the Malibu thanks to its more prominent rear dimensions:
Where will your next vacation destination be? Will you choose your family’s cabin, a remote campsite, a beachfront Cape Cod, or a romantic bed and breakfast? Wherever your heart leads you, the Malibu and the Altima will help ensure you’ll get there safe and sound.
Aboard the Malibu and the Altima, you’ll find their brand-specific safety suites: Chevy Safety Assist and Nissan Safety Shield® 360. They share several features in common, including:
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Forward Collision Alert
- Front Pedestrian Braking
- IntelliBeam® auto high beams
The Chevy also makes Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning standard to enhance your protection on new roads and highways! The Altima’s comparable feature is available with an upgrade.
What if we told you that the Chevy Malibu prioritizes your safety while you’re still sitting in your driveway or garage? You read that right! The Malibu has these unique features on board:
- Buckle to Drive – Encourages seat belt usage and prevents the driver from shifting out of Park until their seat belt is fastened.
- Teen Driver – Encourages better driving behavior by letting you customize vehicle settings. Plus, it delivers an in-vehicle report card to help further coach your young driver.
Unfortunately, the Nissan Altima does not offer similar systems.
Road trips are a great way to see our country and its states. All that time behind the wheel means you’ll need entertainment along your route. So, which sedan makes playing music and surfing the web effortless?
The Malibu has the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system, which uses an 8-inch diagonal touchscreen as its hub. The Altima, by comparison, has a 7-inch touchscreen display on its base trim.
Although both are operated by touch, voice command, and steering wheel-mounted controls, the Malibu’s slightly larger display gives it an improved visual win.
When it’s time to start cruising, use Bluetooth® in either sedan to queue up your favorite songs! If one of your rear-seat passengers wants to pair to the infotainment suite, they can do so with wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™. However, these cord-free integrations are merely optional on the Altima.
The Malibu’s standard wireless format creates a clutter-free and cord-free cabin, making it easy for anyone to play DJ on the ride.
The 2023 Malibu and the 2023 Altima are ready for vacay! However, only one can join you on your adventure. With its optimized cabin space, advanced safety, and convenient technology, the Chevy has what you need for a successful vacation near Indianapolis, Fishers, Speedway, and beyond.
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