Do you love the thrill of an invigorating drive? If so, then you need a turbocharged sedan like the 2023 Nissan Altima or the 2023 Chevy Malibu. So which model is the better choice for your drives around Middlebury, CT?
To answer that question, the team at Crabtree Nissan has set out to compare the Nissan Altima and the Chevy Malibu. Keep reading to learn about the features these vehicles offer.
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Your next sedan will be there for you at every turn of events, spontaneous road trip, or impromptu shopping spree. The ready-to-go attitude of the Altima and the Malibu will get you where you need to go, but which will put more pep and confidence in your step?
What’s under the hood of the Malibu and the Altima? With the 2023 Malibu, you’ll find a standard 1.5L turbo 4-cylinder engine and a Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT). Together, they churn out 160 horsepower, a decent output that helps you accelerate on the highway.
Would you like a boost in power? Choose the 2023 Altima to feel the unbridled strength of 188 horsepower from its standard 2.5L 4-cylinder engine. This engine channels the power through an Xtronic CVT®, which balances power and efficiency for an all-around thrilling driving experience.
When summer thunderstorms roll in or those off-road trails beckon, confidently take on the road ahead with available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive. Available with the 2023 Altima, this advanced drivetrain monitors the current road conditions and distributes the power among four wheels. By doing so, it senses which tires need more traction and directs the torque to the appropriate one.
As for the 2023 Malibu, it doesn’t have an available all-wheel drive system. Instead, it comes with a standard front-wheel drive system, which is not as adaptable as Altima’s Intelligent All-Wheel Drive.
Driving the Altima or the Malibu means you have the coolest car in the cul-de-sac. Passersbys will stop and stare when they see the impressive infotainment setup inside either sedan. Which model will turn more heads, though?
You’ll find many similarities in the cockpit of the Altima and the Malibu, including these helpful tech features:
Unique to the Nissan Altima is Siri® Eyes Free. This integration feature will be compatible with Apple users, and it welcomes Siri’s artificial intelligence onto your voyage.
The Nissan Altima is available with three infotainment display sizes to suit all viewing needs:
The Chevy Malibu, on the other hand, only has one 8-inch display available, which is generous! However, the Altima’s available 12.3-inch screen will transform how you see your infotainment and vital vehicle information.
If you’re looking for a reliable and supportive sedan, Nissan and Chevy are great places to start. Both automakers prioritize your well-being by introducing standard safety suites to their lineups. Which model goes above and beyond for you?
Nissan Safety Shield® 360 and Chevy Safety Assist are the standard driver-assistance suites on the Altima and the Malibu! They provide course correction, timely warnings, light assistance, and pedestrian detection. Find out which features they have in common below:
If you need eyes in the back of your head while driving, Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert on either sedan will deliver. However, these systems are standard on the Altima and available with an upgrade on the Malibu.
The Nissan Altima takes your safety to new levels with these unique features:
Unfortunately, these features are unavailable on the Chevy Malibu.
While the Nissan Altima and the Chevy Malibu are both great sedans, the 2023 Nissan Altima pulls ahead due to its thrilling performance, advanced technology, and cutting-edge safety systems. As such, our team is confident it’s a great choice for drivers near Middlebury, CT.
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