Hyundai Sonata
Hyundai Sonata
Comfort Plus
AED 114,999
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Chevrolet Malibu vs Hyundai Sonata Comparison

Overview: Malibu vs Sonata

Brand Chevrolet Hyundai
SRP* AED 79,500 AED 114,999 Sonata Price
Variant Malibu LS 2.5L DOHC 6AT Sonata Comfort Plus
User Rating 4 Malibu reviews 4.7 Sonata reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Cars in UAE Petrol Petrol Cars in UAE
Available Color(s) --
Vehicle Type Sedan Sedan Cars in UAE Sedan Sedan Cars in UAE

Key Features

Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Top Speed 220 kmph Km/h -
Power 186 191Hp@6100rpm
Drive Type 4x2 FWD
Torque 249 Nm 246Nm@4000rpm
Engine Displacement - 2497 cc
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4/5
1 reviews
4.7/5
9 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Chevrolet Malibu: A reliable friend I cant live without

    I was looking for a car which looks stylish and side by side, in which my family can travel comfortably. I bought the Chevrolet Malibu, which is not expensive .We enjoy travelling on this car even while going to far off destinations. The interior is great and the design is also magnificent. I chose the Blue Velvet Metallic. I can boast to be a proud owner of this car The mileage is also great along with a great suspension. It has the latest technology and every specification and feature is perfectly balanced. The car is a great friend as it can travel over various kinds of roads without much difficulty.

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    R
    Roros Sep 11, 2018
  • Well-equipped sedan that has great safety

    The Sonata sedan not just looks like a typical, stylish Hyundai from the outside, but also has a very well laid out and fully loaded cabin and plush interiors. This includes the advanced driver-focused cabin with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. The Sonata also has exciting features like a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless charging, and a premium sound system. Apart from convenience and comfort, safety gets priority with Hyundai SmartSense, which includes Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, and Smart Cruise Control.

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    L
    Liban Mar 31, 2025

From The Experts

Things we like

Stunning exterior design

Thrilling performance

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  • Class-leading interiors
  • High performance motor house
  • Good safety features packed inside
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Things we don't like

Not so inspiring interiors

Headroom at the rear

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  • Lack of responsive steering
  • Suffers with the same-looks Hyundai syndrome!
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Engine and Transmission

Gear Box 6-Speed 8 Speed
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Drive Type 4x2 FWD
No Of Cylinders 4 --
Valves Per Cylinder 4 --
Valve Configuration DOHC --
Fuel Supply System Direct Injection --
Engine 2.5 L 2.5L
Emission -- Yes
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Performance

Power 186 191Hp@6100rpm
Torque 249 Nm 246Nm@4000rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Acceleration 8.3 s --
Top Speed 220 kmph Km/h --
Engine Displacement -- 2497 cc
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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 453 L L 480 L
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 61.7 L L 60 L
Length 4923 mm mm 4910 mm
Width 1854 mm mm 1860 mm
Height 1470 mm mm 1445 mm
Wheel Base 2829 mm mm 2840 mm
No Of Doors 4 4
Front Legroom -- 1170 mm
Rear Legroom -- 885 mm
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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Steering Type Power Electric
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut --
Alloy Wheel Size 16 Inch 17 Inch
Steering Column Adjustable --
Rear Suspension Multi-Link --
Tyre Type Radial Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size R16 --
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Tilt and Telescopic
Shock Absorbers Type Coil Spring --
Front Brake Type Discs Ventilated Disc
Tyre Size -- 215/55R17
Rear Brake Type -- Disc
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Safety

Smart Access Card Entry No --
Central Locking Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front No --
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Rear No --
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes --
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes --
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Rear Camera No Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Front and Rear Front and Rear
Crash Sensor Yes --
Engine Check Warning Yes --
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes --
Side Impact Beams Yes --
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes --
Day & Night Rear View Mirror -- Yes
Advance Safety Feature -- Hill Down Assist Control, E-Call Hill Down Assist Control, E-Call
Electronic Stability Programe -- Yes
Lane Change Indicator -- Yes
ISOFIX -- Yes
Auto Hold -- Yes
Electric Parking Brake -- Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks -- Yes
First Aid Kit -- Yes
Fire Extinguisher -- Yes
No Of Airbag -- 2 2
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control No Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Rear A/C Vents Yes Yes
Glove Box Cooling Yes --
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Front No --
Heated Seats - Rear No --
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror No Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat Yes --
Remote Trunk Opener Yes --
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes --
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
Air Quality Control -- Yes
Adjustable Seats -- Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle -- Yes
Accessory Power Outlet -- Yes
Usb charger -- Yes
Remote Engine Start -- Yes
Remote key -- Yes
Power Driver Seat -- Yes
Additional Features -- Rear Seat Alert w/o Sensor Rear Seat Alert w/o Sensor
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
CD Player Yes --
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio Yes --
Navigation System -- Yes
Voice Control -- Yes
Numbers of Speakers -- 6 6
Wireless Charger -- Yes
Android Auto -- Yes
Apple Carplay -- Yes
Portable Charging Cable -- Yes
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No --
Rear Window Wiper No --
Rear Window Washer No --
Wheel Covers No --
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Power Antenna No --
Removable Convertible Top No --
Roof Carrier No --
Sun Roof No Yes
Side Stepper No --
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes --
Chrome Garnish No --
Remote Fuel Lid Opener Yes --
Headlamp Type Halogen Halogen LED LED
Chrome Grille -- Yes
LED DRL -- Yes
Tail Lamp Type -- LED LED
Additional Features -- Rear Seat Alert w/o Sensor Rear Seat Alert w/o Sensor
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Interior

Digital Clock -- Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size -- 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch
Additional Features -- Rear Seat Alert w/o Sensor Rear Seat Alert w/o Sensor

Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Fabric Upholstery Yes --
Leather Steering Wheel No Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes --
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes --
Leather Seats -- Yes
Spare Wheel -- Yes
Additional Features -- Rear Seat Alert w/o Sensor Rear Seat Alert w/o Sensor
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From The Experts

Get the better insight and helps to buy or not
Things we like in Malibu

Stunning exterior design

Thrilling performance

Things we don't like in Malibu

Not so inspiring interiors

Headroom at the rear

Things we like in Sonata
  • Class-leading interiors
  • High performance motor house
  • Good safety features packed inside
Things we don't like in Sonata
  • Lack of responsive steering
  • Suffers with the same-looks Hyundai syndrome!

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