2019 Chevrolet

Malibu Hybrid

Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L

Chevrolet Malibu: best and worst years

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: HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel: RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

Axle ratio: 2.64
Cyl: 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration: Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system: YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy: 43 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City: 49 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb: 46 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr: $1,350EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂: 194 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score: 10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score: 5/10
Elec. Range: 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified: Yes

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: 3,086 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Pass. Vol: 100 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Cargo Vol: 13 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating: ★★★★★
Rollover rating: ★★★★★
Stability control (ESC): Standard
Forward-collision warning: Optional
Lane-departure warning: Optional
Recalls: 1
Owner complaints: 187
Reported injuries: 7

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

POWER TRAIN21%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM20%
ENGINE20%
UNKNOWN OR OTHER11%
SERVICE BRAKES7%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 305 total.

Chevrolet Malibu: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

DP22005opened Jan 27, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
Pedestrian alert sounds

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

668 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

Jun 3, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6032C
PIP6032B provides diagnostic direction for dealers when encountering transmission leaks
Apr 1, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT3271Q
This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
Mar 9, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6104
This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
Mar 9, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP4902V
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
Mar 2, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6425D
This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC'ss
Jan 16, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6425C
This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's
Jan 8, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP4902U
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
Dec 19, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6636
This Preliminary Information addresses an issue with the odometer displaying dashes and provides direction for the dealership/technician.
and 660 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.