Dongfeng Shine Max 2026 vs Chevrolet Malibu 2026
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Dongfeng Shine Max — best value, most powerful, longest warranty, biggest boot
The true 5-year cost estimate
Chevrolet Malibu 2026 costs about 2,525 SAR less to own over 5 years.
| Dongfeng Shine Max 2026 | Chevrolet Malibu 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated 5-year total cost | 70,346 SAR (1,172 SAR per month) | 67,821 SAR (1,130 SAR per month) |
| Yearly fuel/energy (20,000 km/yr) | 2,725 SAR | 2,725 SAR |
| Yearly comprehensive insurance (range) | 1,475 SAR – 3,688 SAR | 1,610 SAR – 4,025 SAR |
| Projected value after 3 years (retention) | 41,308 SAR (56%) | 52,164 SAR (65%) |
All figures are estimates from Beseyat's ownership-cost models and Saudi market parameters (fuel prices, insurance bands, typical depreciation) — actual costs vary by trim, driver and insurer. · Data as of: 2026-07-03
| Beseyat Score /100 | 80 | 63 |
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| Price & ownership | ||
| Price range | 73,750 SAR – 78,160 SAR | 80,500 SAR – 115,000 SAR ~ |
| Used market price | — | 47,500 – 78,500 SAR (2022) |
| Engine | ||
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1.5 L | 1.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 190 hp | 163 hp |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Battery capacity | — | — |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | — | 8.8 s |
| Top speed | — | 200 km/h |
| Transmission | Dual-clutch (DCT) · 7 | CVT |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Fuel economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 16.0 km/L | 16.0 km/L |
| Tank capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,930 mm | 4,936 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,854 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,829 mm |
| Boot capacity | 520 L | 436 L |
| Weight | — | 1,495 kg |
| Ground clearance | — | 140 mm |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| NCAP rating | — | — |
| ADAS systems | 4
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| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100,000 km |
FAQs about this comparison
Which is cheaper, Dongfeng Shine Max 2026 or Chevrolet Malibu 2026?
Dongfeng Shine Max 2026 is cheaper to buy: it starts at 73,750 SAR versus 80,500 SAR for Chevrolet Malibu 2026 — a difference of about 6,750 SAR (list prices; offers vary).
Which costs less in fuel?
At 20,000 km per year, Dongfeng Shine Max 2026 costs roughly 2,725 SAR a year in fuel/energy versus about 2,725 SAR for Chevrolet Malibu 2026 (estimate at current Saudi prices).
Roughly how much is the insurance premium?
Estimated yearly comprehensive premium: Dongfeng Shine Max 2026 between 1,475 SAR and 3,688 SAR, and Chevrolet Malibu 2026 between 1,610 SAR and 4,025 SAR, depending on driver record and insurer.
Which scores higher on Beseyat?
Dongfeng Shine Max 2026 scores 80/100 on the Beseyat Score versus 63/100 for Chevrolet Malibu 2026 (data-driven methodology, no paid placement).
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