Chevrolet Malibu
✓Suited to heavy traffic and local heat thanks to an efficient air conditioner
✓Good ride comfort relative to similar vehicles locally
✓Relatively powerful engines with reasonable fuel consumption (1.5T/2.0T)
✓Modern design and comfortable cabin for families
✗Expensive maintenance locally, especially for uncommon faults
✗Service not always available or reliable at local garages
✗Relatively poor acoustic insulation from engine and tire noise
✗Air conditioner not always effective in hot weather
Kia Cerato
✓Good value for money compared to competitors
✓Modern design suited for urban driving
✓High long-term reliability with reasonable maintenance costs locally
✓Rich safety equipment for the trim level (including automatic emergency braking and reverse sensors)
✗Higher fuel consumption than advertised in promotional materials