Jetta Hybrid vs Malibu LT
Volkswagen · Chevrolet
1/4 Mile winner
Malibu LT
Beats the Jetta Hybrid by 0.08s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Malibu LT beats the Jetta Hybrid by a hair, finishing 0.08 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Malibu LT thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
170 hp
160 hp
0–100 km/h
8.6s
8.5s
Top speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
1.4L I4 Turbo + Electric Motor
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gasoline
Fuel
Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
250 Nm
250 Nm
Price
$28,000
$25,800
Simulated race times
Distance
Jetta Hybrid
Malibu LT
100 m
7.376s
7.337s
1/8 mile
10.874s
10.819s
1/4 mile
16.281s
16.205s
1 km
28.932s
28.820s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Malibu LT is $25,800 vs $28,000 for the Jetta Hybrid — a $2,200 gap. Power: Jetta Hybrid makes 10 hp more (170 vs 160).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Jetta Hybrid or the Malibu LT?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Malibu LT is faster, beating the Jetta Hybrid by 0.08 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Jetta Hybrid vs the Malibu LT?
The Jetta Hybrid hits 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds, while the Malibu LT does it in 8.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Jetta Hybrid produces 170 hp; the Malibu LT produces 160 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Jetta Hybrid tops out at 210 km/h, and the Malibu LT reaches 210 km/h.
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