Chevrolet Malibu (2016) vs. Ford Fusion (2012) Feature Comparison at TrueDelta: Optional and standard features by trim

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Fusion

Model Year	2016	2016	2016	2016	2016	2016	2012	2012	2012	2012	2012
Model	Malibu	Malibu	Malibu	Malibu	Malibu	Malibu	Fusion	Fusion	Fusion	Fusion	Fusion
Trim	L	LS	LT	2LT	Premier	Hybrid	S	SE	SEL	Sport	Hybrid

Engines
turbocharged 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@5700 184 lb-ft@2500
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000
1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 122 hp@5000 129 lb-ft@4750
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 172 lb-ft@4500
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6500 270 lb-ft@4000
2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 141 hp@6000 129 lb-ft@4000
Transmissions
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic
CVT
6-speed manual
6-speed automatic
Drivetrains
FWD
AWD
Tires
205/65R16 tires
225/55R17 tires
245/45R18 tires
245/40WR19 tires
205/60VR16 tires
225/50VR17 tires
225/45VR18 tires
Audio Systems
Unbranded, 6 speakers
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)
Unbranded, 4 speakers
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)
Accessories
AC power outletPowers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.
Adaptive cruise control, all-speedAutomatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.
Cruise control
Heated steering wheel
Keyless entry keypadUnlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad.
Unlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power locks
Power rear side windows
Proximity keyEnter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Remote appCheck on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee.
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote startStart the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.
Remote window/roof operationOperate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
Semi-automated parking systemAutomatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator.
Automatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual
Universal garage door openerHomelink.
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.
Rear disc brakes.
911 assistAutomatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision.
Automatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Automatic braking, high-speed or partialIf collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking.
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking.
Automatic braking, low-speedAutomatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions.
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions.
Blind spot warning systemMirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Cross-traffic warning, rearWarns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces.
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces.
Following distance indicatorIndicates number of seconds behind preceding car.
Indicates number of seconds behind preceding car.
Forward collision warningAlerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Hill start assistApplies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.
Knee airbag, driver
Knee airbag, passenger
Lane departure prevention, steering-basedSteering lightly applied to help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently traveling out of its intended lane.
Steering lightly applied to help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently traveling out of its intended lane.
Lane departure warningAlerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.
Obstacle detection, frontBeeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Pedestrian detectionWarns driver of pedestrians in path of car.
Warns driver of pedestrians in path of car.
Post-crash alert systemSounds horn and flashes hazad lights if airbags or seat belt pretensioners have been activated.
Sounds horn and flashes hazad lights if airbags or seat belt pretensioners have been activated.
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation systemPrepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat
Rear side airbagsTorso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Rearview cameraRearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.
Rollover sensorDeploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Safety keyIndividual keys can be coded to enforce specific driving restrictions, such as maximum speed and audio volume.
Individual keys can be coded to enforce specific driving restrictions, such as maximum speed and audio volume.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Temporary spare tire
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Vehicle health reportsPeriodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check.
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check.
Cargo Management
Cargo mat
Cargo net
Cargo organizerAbove floor system for organizing cargo.
Above floor system for organizing cargo.
Console with shifter
Overhead sunglass holderUsually part of an overhead console.
Usually part of an overhead console.
Climate Control
Air conditioning
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Rain-sensing wipersWipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Rear air ventsVents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Rear defrost
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Speed-sensitive wipersOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Engine / Motor
Automatic start / stopAutomatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system.
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system.
Engine-block heaterPlugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold.
Plugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold.
Exterior
Active grille shuttersClose grille openings when not needed to reduce aerodynamic drag.
Close grille openings when not needed to reduce aerodynamic drag.
Body kitSide skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Bright-finished mirror housings (optional)Chrome or aluminum mirrors. Only listed if optional or not standard on the base trim.
Chrome or aluminum mirrors. Only listed if optional or not standard on the base trim.
Laminated front side windowsReduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.
Mud guardsFlaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks.
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks.
Paint, special brown
Paint, special red
Paint, special white
Panoramic sunroofFront glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Special exterior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Sunroof
Infotainment
4G LTE connectivityHigher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period.
Higher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period.
Android Auto supportRequires compatible Android phone.
Requires compatible Android phone.
App supportTouchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years.
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years.
Apple CarPlay supportRequires compatible Apple iPhone.
Requires compatible Apple iPhone.
Audio controls on steering wheel
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth audio streamingUses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.
Includes CD player.
CD player
DVD-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data.
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data.
HD radioHigh-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.
Media driveBuilt-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files.
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.
Screen-based navigation system.
Navigation, turn-by-turnSimple directions displayed on rudimentary screen and/or spoken over audio system. Fee after first 3-12 months.
Simple directions displayed on rudimentary screen and/or spoken over audio system. Fee after first 3-12 months.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
SMS text-to-speech readerConverts text messages to speech.
Converts text messages to speech.
Surround sound
SYNC
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigationIn-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system plus turn-by-turn navigation (no map display). For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system plus turn-by-turn navigation (no map display). For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
Traffic + travel informationInformation about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
USB portOften permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Voice control for audio systemSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Voice control for external devicesPhone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Wi-Fi hotspotProvides Wi-Fi within the car. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee.
Provides Wi-Fi within the car. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee.
Wireless charging stationWirelessly charger for phones and audio players.
Wirelessly charger for phones and audio players.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors
Auto-dimming headlightsHigh beams automatically turned on and off.
High beams automatically turned on and off.
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Detailed driving style feedbackDriving style displayed and/or evaluated with a grade, with changes in display graphics, or with a graph of performance over time.
Driving style displayed and/or evaluated with a grade, with changes in display graphics, or with a graph of performance over time.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster displayThe information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches.
The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches.
Large energy flow and fuel economy displayStandard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.
LED tail lightsOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.
Front row reading lights.
Outside temperature display
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
Rear reading lights
Speed limit informationDisplays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability.
Displays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability.
Spotter mirror(s)Auxiliary convex lens in the corner of the outside mirror that improves view of the driver's blind spot.
Auxiliary convex lens in the corner of the outside mirror that improves view of the driver's blind spot.
TachometerReports engine speed.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Turn signals on or near mirrors
Visor mirror, driver
Visor mirror, passenger
Seats and Interior Trim
Front buckets
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench
All-weather floor matsAll-weather floormats.
All-weather floormats.
Center armrest(s), front row
Center armrest(s), second row
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Door sill trim plates
Floor mats
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats
Illuminated door sill trim plates
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Manual height adjuster, driver seat
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable lower back support.
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Memory system, driver seat
Metal pedals
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Power height adjuster, driver seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable lower back support.
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable lower back support.
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power recliner, driver seat
Power recliner, passenger seat
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Special interior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Upgraded floor mats
Upgraded leather upholsteryNo additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires
Alloy wheels
Machined alloy wheelsOuter surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels.
Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels.
Polished alloy wheelsAlloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau
Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau
Sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Wheel locksLug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels.
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels.

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Option Package Contents

Sun and Wheels Package

Features
Universal garage door opener
245/45R18 tires

Leather Package

Features
Leather seating surfaces
Heated front seats
Power recliner, passenger seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)

Convenience and Technology Package

Features
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
AC power outlet
Safety key
Wireless charging station
Voice control for audio system
Wireless charging station

Driver Confidence Package

Features
Pedestrian detection
Following distance indicator
Obstacle detection, front
Obstacle detection, rear
Auto-dimming headlights
Lane departure warning
Blind spot warning system
Cross-traffic warning, rear
Automatic braking, low-speed
Forward collision warning
Lane departure prevention, steering-based

Driver Confidence Package II

Features
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
Semi-automated parking system
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial

Driver Confidence Package

Features
Pedestrian detection
Following distance indicator
Obstacle detection, front
Obstacle detection, rear
Auto-dimming headlights
Lane departure warning
Blind spot warning system
Cross-traffic warning, rear
Automatic braking, low-speed
Forward collision warning
Lane departure prevention, steering-based

Leather Package

Features
Leather seating surfaces
Heated front seats
Power recliner, passenger seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)

Convenience and Technology Package

Features
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
AC power outlet
Safety key
Wireless charging station
Voice control for audio system
Wireless charging station

Driver Confidence Package

Features
Pedestrian detection
Following distance indicator
Obstacle detection, front
Obstacle detection, rear
Auto-dimming headlights
Lane departure warning
Blind spot warning system
Cross-traffic warning, rear
Automatic braking, low-speed
Forward collision warning
Lane departure prevention, steering-based

Appearance Package

Features
Sport suspension (upgrade)
Special exterior trim
Special interior trim
225/45VR18 tires
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic

SYNC

Features
Bluetooth cell phone link

Voice control for external devices
SMS text-to-speech reader
USB port
Vehicle health reports
911 assist
Bluetooth audio streaming
Voice control for audio system

Technology Package

Features
Sunroof
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Compass
App support

Appearance Package

Features
Sport suspension (upgrade)
Special exterior trim
Special interior trim
225/45VR18 tires
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic

Terracotta or Red Package

Features
Sunroof
Surround sound
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)

Appearance Package

Features
Rain-sensing wipers
Rearview camera
Blind spot warning system
Cross-traffic warning, rear

Luxury Package

Features
Upgraded leather upholstery
Polished alloy wheels
Bright-finished mirror housings (optional)

Terracotta or Red Package

Features
Sunroof
Surround sound
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)

Technology Package

Features
Perimeter approach lighting
Remote window/roof operation
Interior ambient lighting
Automatic climate control, front
Heated mirrors
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power recliner, passenger seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Universal garage door opener
Outside temperature display
Dual-zone climate control
Keyless entry keypad

Appearance Package

Features
Rain-sensing wipers
Rearview camera
Blind spot warning system
Cross-traffic warning, rear

Terracotta or Red Package

Features
Sunroof
Surround sound
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)

Appearance Package

Features
Rain-sensing wipers
Rearview camera
Blind spot warning system
Cross-traffic warning, rear

Driver Assist Package

Features
Heated front seats
Large energy flow and fuel economy display
DVD-compatible player
Voice control for nav and audio
HD radio
Media drive

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TrueDelta Reviews the Available Features of the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Available Features: Cons
Year	Comment
	You can get nearly all of the features available on competitors on the Malibu. But you cannot get all-wheel-drive (offered on the Ford Fusion, Chrysler 200, and Subaru Legacy) or a sport model (offered by most competitors). Don't want AWD or a sport model? Then ignore this "why not to buy." With this, I'm out of even somewhat strong cons. see full Chevrolet Malibu review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Available Features: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2016	4dr Sedan turbocharged 163hp 1.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I can't believe I didn't get a heated steering wheel when I chose the True North package - leather and sunroof. What the... I also wanted the 2.0lt engine initially. But it is only available on the Premier trim in Canada. Which was ~ $3000 more. Should be a choice for LT models, as it is in the USA. see full Chevrolet Malibu review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2012 Ford Fusion

2012 Ford Fusion Available Features: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I don't like that I can't get leather/heated seats & fog lamp package with the standard 2.5L engine. see full Ford Fusion review

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Fusion Feature Comparison

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Fusion

Option Package Contents

Sun and Wheels Package

Leather Package

Convenience and Technology Package

Driver Confidence Package

Driver Confidence Package II

Driver Confidence Package

Leather Package

Convenience and Technology Package

Driver Confidence Package

Appearance Package

SYNC

Technology Package

Appearance Package

Terracotta or Red Package

Appearance Package

Luxury Package

Terracotta or Red Package

Technology Package

Appearance Package

Terracotta or Red Package

Appearance Package

Driver Assist Package

TrueDelta Reviews the Available Features of the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2012 Ford Fusion