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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

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Overview

Body
Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
163
Power to weight
0.052 hp/lb
Axle ratio
5.10
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
36 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
28 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
31 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,000EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
283 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
6/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
6/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
28.2 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 2.8 mpg below the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
194 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
73 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
57 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
111 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
3,126 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Pass. Vol
102 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Cargo Vol
16 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Recalls
1
Owner complaints
5

Feature availability

Comfort

  • Heated seatsUnconfirmedStandalone option
  • Heated steering wheelStandalone option
  • Leather seatsStandalone option

Audio

  • Bose audioUnconfirmedStandalone option
  • Premium audio (any brand)UnconfirmedStandalone option

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup cameraStandard
  • Parking sensorsStandalone option

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise controlStandalone option
  • Automatic emergency brakingStandard
  • Blind-spot monitorStandalone option
  • Lane-keeping assistStandard

Convenience

  • Android AutoStandard
  • Apple CarPlayStandard
  • Keyless entryStandard
  • Navigation systemUnconfirmedStandard
  • Push-button startStandard
  • Remote startStandard
  • Wireless Apple CarPlayUnconfirmedStandard
  • Wireless phone chargingStandalone option

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION29%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM29%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER29%
  • POWER TRAIN14%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 7 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

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.