The new 2018 Hyundai Elantra and the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu have hit the streets, and they are making a show of it. Which has left drivers wondering which vehicle will be a better fit for them and their lifestyle. Island Hyundai of Staten Island, NY is here to help make the head to head comparison of each vehicle to make sure you're getting all that you desire out of your next vehicle purchase.
2018 Hyundai Elantra
Whether it's safety, technology, performance or design, all the innovations they've engineered into the 2018 Hyundai Elantra were created for one purpose: to enhance your life and the way you move through it. Everyone will get a warm welcome in your 2018 Elantra. Equipped with front and rear heated seats because the Hyundai Elantra knows that it's the simple pleasures that mean the most. Such as the undeniable comfort of warm, toasty seats on a cold morning. All you and your passengers need to do is push a button and enjoy. Making the ride more comfortable for you and those riding along.
The 2018 Hyundai Elantra is here to make your drive easier and more convenient than ever before. Everyone uses their apps constantly, but using them in the car is a big no-no because of the unsafe conditions it can create. Until now. With the 2018 Elantra's Apply CarPlay support and Android Auto, all your favorite apps appear conveniently right on your touchscreen, giving you all the functionality of your smartphone right at your fingertips. That means you can keep your eyes on the road and off your phone. Plus, the Elantra is equipped with a hands-free smart trunk - it senses the key fob approaching, and voila, the trunk pops open. It's all about convenience with the Hyundai Elantra.
2018 Chevrolet Malibu
The 2018 Chevrolet Malibu was made to be loved. Offering impressive safety, exceptional efficiency and seamless connectivity, Malibu is thoughtfully engineered with everything you expect and more. Hence why it's not just to be liked, it's to be loved. The 2018 Malibu brings a sense of drama to everyday driving. Windswept body lines and an agile stance give this midsize car a sleek look while helping to provide a surprisingly sporty ride. Plus, in a head to head comparison with the Ford Fusion the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu was found to offer more standard air bags and better fuel economy.
There interior of the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu is nothing to be scoffed at either. The Malibu has a spacious interior carefully tailored to your needs and the needs of your passengers. An intuitive center console puts controls where you need them, while built-in USB ports and an available wireless charging station offer plenty of options for keeping your compatible devices connected and charged. With an intuitive and customizable available MyLink display offering support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and an available built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi connection, the 2018 Malibu helps keep you connected to the entertainment you love and the information you need.
Hyundai Elantra

- Eco model's fuel economy
- Spacious interior
- Impressive array of available multimedia/safety technologies
- EPA MPG:
29 City/38 HWY
Chevrolet Malibu

- Nice ride and handling balance
- Spacious interior
- Punchy 2.0-liter turbo-four
- EPA MPG:
27 City/36 HWY
Island Hyundai of Staten Island, NY is here to help make sure that you make the right decision when it comes to your vehicle. So, come test drive the new 2018 Hyundai Elantra and see for yourself why its the right choice, every time.