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2014 Chevy Malibu vs 2014 Dodge Avenger near Philadelphia, PAThe 2014 Dodge Avenger and the 2014 Chevy Malibu are both great-value midsize sedans. The 2014 Dodge Avenger is the most affordable and powerful in the class, while the Malibu has one of the best cabins in terms of space and features. Read our review to find out more about these two great vehicles. | |
2014 Chevy Malibu Power & HandlingThe 2014 Chevy Malibu models include two powertrain offerings: the 2.5L ECO with stop/start technology as the standard powertrain, and the 2.0L turbo is the premium powertrain offering. The 2014 Malibu is the first in its segment with a standard engine featuring fuel-saving stop/start technology. It shuts down the engine in certain driving conditions to reduce fuel consumption. Stop/start and other technologies in the Malibu's new 2.5L iVLC (intake valve lift control) powertrain, including direct injection, variable valve lift control and a redesigned six-speed automatic transmission contribute to EPA-estimated 25 city and 36 highway with the new 2.5L engine. | 2014 Dodge Avenger Power & HandlingThe award-winning 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine produces 283 horsepower while providing an impressive EPA estimated fuel economy rating of 29 miles per gallon (mpg) highway. The 2014 Dodge Avenger SE is the base model, utilizes a 2.4-liter 173 horsepower four-cylinder I-4 engine paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. The Pentastar V-6 engine comes available with the SE model as well, paired to a six speed transmission, that produces a best-in-class 283 horsepower while achieving a 30 MPG rating on the highway. | ||
2014 Chevy Malibu Features & DesignThe 2014 Malibu's interior was designed to bring an element of elegance to everyday driving, featuring a dual-cockpit design, it creates an inviting, roomy, and comfortable environment. A redesigned center console has a longer armrest designed for greater comfort, along with specific storage for two cell phones and a pair of cup holders. The back of the front seats are shaped to improve rear-seat knee room, while new cushion design and revised cushion material allow passengers to sit deeper in the rear seats, allowing for even more room. | 2014 Dodge Avenger Features & DesignThe 2014 Dodge Avenger sports quality materials throughout the cabin, and comes with enhanced technology features like a touchscreen interface and steering wheel command buttons. The drivers seat seems to be lifted, in order to provide extra legroom. The Avenger seats 5 passengers comfortably. The base SE comes standard with 17-inch steel wheels, air-conditioning, full power accessories, cruise control, a height-adjustable driver seat, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a fold-flat front passenger seat and 60/40 split-folding rear seat, and a four-speaker sound system with a CD player and an auxiliary audio input jack. | ||
ConclusionsThe 2014 Dodge Avenger is a vehicle with a lot of power, the V-6 optional engine provides it with an advantage over other similar sedans, it is also smaller than most sedans. The Chevy Malibu delivers better fuel economy, and a fine interior design. Come visit us, or call, to find out more information about the 2014 Dodge Avenger and 2014 Chevy Malibu models. |