The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is a typical Mercedes-Benz. It embodies the true essence of the German luxury brand. From the gorgeous design down to its cutting-edge technologies, the latest A-Class fits the cut of being an indulgent entry-level sedan. In effort to keep up with its toughest competition, Chevrolet released the latest Malibu to challenge the A-Class. Check out this comparison for a thorough evaluation of the two vehicles.
The attractive exterior design is punctuated by the optional 19-inch AMG® wheels. True to its luxurious claims, the cabin of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is a sight to behold. The contrasting leatherette colors are eye-catching. The aluminum accents, circular HVAC vent housings, and other interesting shapes of the cabin details added another level of prettiness in its interior.
The 2019 Chevrolet Malibu, on the other hand, has a sharp exterior design. Its interior also looks serious to the point of being tame. The cabin layout is simple and uncluttered but uses plastic materials that look too plain for a luxury vehicle.
There is a lot of customizable tech for the A-Class. The impressive audio-navigation is easy to use while maintaining tasteful set-up. Latest smartphone integration is already available and comes with USB-C ports for newer smartphones. Driver assistance features are also available such as adaptive cruise control and forward-collision warnings. An optional Parking Assistance package may be added for a surround-view camera and automated parking system.
The Malibu comes with an 8-inch touchscreen display for its infotainment control. Smartphone integration is also present and works well. Although it is equipped with quality technology features, it lacks standard safety features that are present in other vehicles within its class.
Under the hood of the A-Class is a 2.0-liter engine that produces 188 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque. The car is responsive and speeds up smoothly without too much noise. The brake pedal never gets jumpy when applied with enough pressure. The optional summer tires will give the car enough grips to handle quick turns.
The 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine of the Malibu delivers 160 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque. The slightly lacking engine performance is redeemed by its promise of a comfortable ride. The car is responsive, predictable and is also confident even in evasive maneuvers.
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class easily claims the top spot over other entry-level sedans not only because it performs well. It is packed with plenty of luxurious features that set it apart from its competitors like the 2019 Chevrolet Malibu. Even with the best efforts of Chevrolet to upgrade the latest Malibu, it still lacks most features that are standard with other cars in the same category.
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