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2025 Chevrolet

Malibu

Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo

Chevrolet Malibu: best and worst years
2025 Chevrolet Malibu
2025 photoArildVCC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Transmission
Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Engine & performance

HP
163
Power to weight
0.052 hp/lb
Axle ratio
5.10

Efficiency

Smog score
6/10
Real-world MPG
28.2 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 2.8 mpg below the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1C (4,001 to 5,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Recalls
1
Owner complaints
11 See on NHTSA

Feature availability

Comfort

  • Heated seatsUnconfirmed
    Standalone option
  • Heated steering wheel
    Standalone option
  • Leather seats
    Standalone option

Audio

  • Bose audioUnconfirmed
    Standalone option
  • Premium audio (any brand)Unconfirmed
    Standalone option

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup camera
    Standard
  • Parking sensors
    Standalone option

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise control
    Standalone option
  • Automatic emergency braking
    Standard
  • Blind-spot monitor
    Standalone option
  • Lane-keeping assist
    Standard

Convenience

  • Android Auto
    Standard
  • Apple CarPlay
    Standard
  • Keyless entry
    Standard
  • Navigation systemUnconfirmed
    Standard
  • Push-button start
    Standard
  • Remote start
    Standard
  • Wireless Apple CarPlayUnconfirmed
    Standard
  • Wireless phone charging
    Standalone option

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION31%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM25%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER25%
  • POWER TRAIN6%
  • SERVICE BRAKES6%
  • STEERING6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 16 total.

Chevrolet Malibu: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

128 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Jun 8, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6033B

    This Preliminary information communicates to technicians to remove the pulley assembly and inspect the drive chain and pulley surfaces.

  • Jun 5, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6031E

    This PI addresses leaks from the case half and provides repair direction to dealer technicians

  • Jun 3, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6503A

    This preliminary information is to inform technicians that GM is placing the B174W Front View Camera Module (ACP2) on part restriction due to elevated replacement rates and ongoing engineering investigation. Technicians must not replace the front camera module unless they have: 1.Completed the diagnostic procedure in this PI, and 2.Contacted TAC and received authorization, including the SI document number and specific step that directs camera replacement.

  • Jun 3, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6032C

    PIP6032B provides diagnostic direction for dealers when encountering transmission leaks

  • May 27, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6519

    This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that the voice command will be inoperative when trying to open applications. Engineering is investigating and this PI will be converted to a bulletin when a repair is available.

  • May 14, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6540J

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6626A

    PI created to guide technicians through radio restriction process

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6551B

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues

  • and 120 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
Maintenance
1 yr / 12k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.gmfleet.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.