Chevrolet Malibu MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Chevrolet Malibu model year from 1997 to 2025 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Malibu has been offered with 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2019 (up to 46 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Chevrolet Malibu fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 31 MPG | 1.5L 4-cyl | $20,170 | 1,695 listings |
| 2024 | 31 MPG | 1.5L 4-cyl | $18,987 | 13,198 listings |
| 2023 | 30 MPG | 1.5L 4-cyl | $16,989 | 8,364 listings |
| 2022 | 26–32 MPG | 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $16,450 | 2,477 listings |
| 2021 | 26–32 MPG | 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $14,800 | 1,812 listings |
| 2020 | 26–32 MPG | 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $13,995 | 2,702 listings |
| 2019 | 26–46 MPG | 1.8L 4-cyl, 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $13,987 | 834 listings |
| 2018 | 26–46 MPG | 1.8L 4-cyl, 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $12,450 | 1,230 listings |
| 2017 | 26–46 MPG | 1.8L 4-cyl, 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $11,693 | 776 listings |
| 2016 | 26–46 MPG | 1.8L 4-cyl, 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $10,000 | 883 listings |
| 2015 | 24–29 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $8,625 | 566 listings |
| 2014 | 24–29 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 24–29 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 20–26 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 20–26 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 20–29 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 20–29 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 20–27 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 18–25 MPG | 2.2L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 19–24 MPG | 2.2L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 23–25 MPG | 2.2L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 22–25 MPG | 2.2L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 21 MPG | 3.1L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 21 MPG | 3.1L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2001 | 21 MPG | 3.1L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2000 | 21–23 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.1L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1999 | 21–23 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.1L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1998 | 21–24 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.1L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1997 | 21 MPG | 3.1L 6-cyl | — | — |
2025 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2025 Malibu was EPA-rated in 1 version (1.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy of 31 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $20,170 on VehiSales (1,695 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 28 | 36 | 31 MPG |
2024 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2024 Malibu was EPA-rated in 1 version (1.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy of 31 MPG. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $18,987 on VehiSales (13,198 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 28 | 36 | 31 MPG |
2023 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2023 Malibu was EPA-rated in 1 version (1.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy of 30 MPG. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $16,989 on VehiSales (8,364 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 27 | 35 | 30 MPG |
2022 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2022 Malibu was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 32 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $16,450 on VehiSales (2,477 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 29 | 36 | 32 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Premium | 22 | 33 | 26 MPG |
2021 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2021 Malibu was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 32 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $14,800 on VehiSales (1,812 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 29 | 36 | 32 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Regular | 22 | 33 | 26 MPG |
2020 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2020 Malibu was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 32 MPG. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $13,995 on VehiSales (2,702 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 29 | 36 | 32 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Premium | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG |
2019 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2019 Malibu was EPA-rated in 3 versions (1.8L 4-cyl, 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 46 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $13,987 on VehiSales (834 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu Hybrid | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 49 | 43 | 46 MPG |
| Malibu | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 29 | 36 | 32 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Premium | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG |
2018 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2018 Malibu was EPA-rated in 3 versions (1.8L 4-cyl, 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 46 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $12,450 on VehiSales (1,230 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu Hybrid | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 49 | 43 | 46 MPG |
| Malibu | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 27 | 36 | 30 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Premium | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG |
2017 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2017 Malibu was EPA-rated in 3 versions (1.8L 4-cyl, 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 46 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $11,693 on VehiSales (776 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu Hybrid | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 49 | 43 | 46 MPG |
| Malibu | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 27 | 36 | 30 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Premium | 22 | 33 | 26 MPG |
2016 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2016 Malibu was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.8L 4-cyl, 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 46 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $10,000 on VehiSales (883 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu Hybrid | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 47 | 46 | 46 MPG |
| Malibu | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 27 | 36 | 30 MPG |
| Malibu Limited | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 23 | 33 | 27 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG |
2015 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2015 Malibu was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 29 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $8,625 on VehiSales (566 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 36 | 29 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
2014 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2014 Malibu was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 29 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 36 | 29 MPG |
| Malibu eAssist | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 24 | 35 | 28 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
2013 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2013 Malibu was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 29 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu eAssist | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 36 | 29 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 33 | 26 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
2012 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2012 Malibu was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 33 | 26 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2011 Malibu was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2010 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2010 Malibu was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 29 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu Hybrid | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 26 | 34 | 29 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 33 | 26 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG |
2009 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2009 Malibu was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 29 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu Hybrid | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 26 | 34 | 29 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 33 | 26 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG |
2008 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2008 Malibu was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 27 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu Hybrid | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 32 | 25 MPG |
| Malibu | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG |
2007 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2007 Malibu was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.2L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 30 | 23 MPG |
| Malibu Maxx | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.9L 6-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Malibu Maxx | 3.9L 6-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 15 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2006 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2006 Malibu was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.2L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| Malibu Maxx | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Malibu Maxx | 3.9L 6-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.9L 6-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 19 MPG |
2005 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2005 Malibu was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.2L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 32 | 25 MPG |
| Malibu Maxx | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
2004 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2004 Malibu was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.2L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| Malibu Maxx | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG |
2003 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2003 Malibu was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.1L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 3.1L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
2002 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2002 Malibu was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.1L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 3.1L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
2001 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2001 Malibu was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.1L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 3.1L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
2000 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 2000 Malibu was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.1L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.1L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
1999 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 1999 Malibu was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.1L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.1L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 26 | 21 MPG |
1998 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 1998 Malibu was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.1L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| Malibu | 3.1L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 27 | 21 MPG |
1997 Chevrolet Malibu: engines & MPG
The 1997 Malibu was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.1L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 3.1L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Chevrolet Malibu get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Malibu range from 21 to 46 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2019 model year.
What engines does the 2025 Chevrolet Malibu have?
The 2025 Malibu was EPA-rated with 1.5L 4-cyl engines — see the 2025 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Chevrolet Malibu require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists regular gasoline and premium gasoline depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
Is there a hybrid or electric Malibu?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
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