EPA Classification
Midsize Cars
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Engine Order Code
LFV
Engine Type and Required Fuel
Turbocharged Gas I4
Displacement (liters/cubic inches)
1.5L/-TBD-
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Maximum Horsepower @ RPM
163 @ 5700
Maximum Torque @ RPM
184 @ 2500-3000
Cooling System Capacity (quarts)
NA
Transmission Order Code
MRG
Transmission Description
Automatic
Number of Transmission Speeds
1
First Gear Ratio (:1)
NA
Reverse Ratio (:1)
NA
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
5.10
Clutch Size
NA
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score
NA
CO2 Emissions, 15K mi/year (tons)
NA
Range, city/highway (miles)
N/A / N/A
EPA Fuel Economy, combined/city/highway (mpg)
N/A / N/A / N/A
EPA Fuel Economy Equivalent (for hybrid and electric vehicles), combined/city/highway (MPGe)
N/A / N/A / N/A
Fuel Capacity / Gas Tank Size
15.8
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity (gallons)
NA
Wheelbase (inches)
111
Length (inches)
194.2
Width, without mirrors (inches)
73
Height (inches)
57.3
Front Track Width (inches)
62.6
Rear Track Width (inches)
62.5
Minimum Ground Clearance (inches)
NA
Liftover Height (inches)
NA
Passenger / Seating Capacity
5
Total Passenger Volume (cubic feet)
102.9
Front Head Room (inches)
39.1
Front Leg Room (inches)
41.5
Front Shoulder Room (inches)
58.5
Front Hip Room (inches)
54.1
Second Row Head Room (inches)
37.5
Second Row Leg Room (inches)
38.1
Second Row Shoulder Room (inches)
57.1
Second Row Hip Room (inches)
53.4
Trunk Space (cubic feet)
15.7
Steering Type
Electric Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1)
NA
Turns, lock to lock
NA
Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)
37
Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)
NA
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Four-Link
Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)
NA
Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)
NA
Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)
NA
Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)
NA
Brake Type
Pwr
Anti-Lock-Braking System
4-Wheel
Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)
11.8 x -TBD-
Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)
11.3 x -TBD-
Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)
NA
Front Wheel Size (inches)
16 x 7.5
Front Wheel Material
Aluminum
Front Tire Size
P205/65R16
Rear Wheel Size (inches)
16 x 7.5
Rear Wheel Material
Aluminum
Rear Tire Size
P205/65R16
Spare Wheel Size (inches)
NA
Spare Wheel Material
NA
Spare Tire Size
NA
Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)
NA
Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)
NA
Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)
NA
Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)
NA
Base Curb Weight (pounds)
3135
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F
NA
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
NA
Chevrolet Malibu Specs for Other Model Years
- 2024 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2023 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2022 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2021 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2020 Chevrolet Malibu hybrid
- 2020 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2019 Chevrolet Malibu hybrid
- 2019 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2018 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2018 Chevrolet Malibu hybrid
- 2017 Chevrolet Malibu hybrid
- 2017 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2016 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2016 Chevrolet Malibu hybrid
- 2015 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2014 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2014 Chevrolet Malibu Eco
- 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco
- 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2009 Chevrolet Malibu hybrid
- 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2008 Chevrolet Malibu hybrid
- 2007 Chevrolet Malibu 4-door sedan
- 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx 5-door wagon
Driver Confidence Package includes (UD7) Rear Park Assist
Chevy Safety Assist includes (UE4) Following Distance Indicator, (UEU) Forward Collision Alert, (UHX) Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, (TQ5) IntelliBeam, (UHY) Automatic Emergency Braking and (UKJ) Front Pedestrian Braking
Engine, 1.5L turbo DOHC 4-cylinder DI with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) (163 hp [122 kW] @ 5700 rpm, 184 lb-ft torque [248.4 N-m] @ 2500-3000 rpm)
Transmission, Continuously Variable (CVT)
Engine control, stop-start system
Axle, 5.10 final drive ratio
Front wheel drive
Suspension, front MacPherson strut
Suspension, rear 4-link, independent
Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc
Brake rotors, Duralife
Brake lining, high-performance, noise and dust performance
Brake, parking, electronic
Fueling system, capless
Fuel door, push open
Wheels, 16" (40.6 cm) aluminum
Tires, P205/65R16 all-season, blackwall
Tire inflator kit
Headlamp control, automatic on and off
Headlamps, halogen
IntelliBeam, automatic high beam on/off (Included with (WPS) Chevy Safety Assist.)
Glass, acoustic, laminated, windshield
Mirrors, outside power-adjustable, body-color, manual-folding
Audio system, Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system, 8" diagonal color touchscreen, AM/FM stereo. Additional features for compatible phones include: Bluetooth audio streaming for 2 active devices, voice command pass-through to phone, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capable.
Audio system feature, 6-speaker system
Display, 8" diagonal LCD touch screen
Wireless Apple CarPlay/Wireless Android Auto
Wi-Fi Hotspot capable (Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)
Antenna, Black
Seats, front bucket
Seat trim, Premium Cloth
Seat adjuster, driver 6-way manual
Seat adjuster, front passenger 6-way manual
Seat, rear 60/40 split-folding
Floor mats, carpeted front (Deleted when the following LPOs are ordered: PCH, PDH, RIA, VAV.)
Floor mats, carpeted rear (Deleted when the following LPOs are ordered: PCH, PDH, RIA, VAV.)
Steering wheel, 3-spoke
Steering column, tilt and telescopic
Steering wheel controls mounted controls for audio, phone and cruise
Driver Information Center, monochromatic display
Temperature display, outside
Warning indicator, front passenger seat belt
Windows, power with Express-Down on all
Door locks, power programmable
Keyless Start
Keyless Open, front doors includes extended range Remote Keyless Entry
Remote vehicle starter system
Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed
Remote panic alarm
Theft-deterrent system, content theft alarm
Power outlet, auxiliary, 12-volt
Air conditioning, single-zone manual
Air filter, cabin
Defogger, rear-window, electric
Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night
Visors, driver and front passenger vanity mirrors, covered
Assist handle, front passenger
Lighting, interior overhead courtesy lamp dual reading lamps and illuminated trunk area
Map pocket, front passenger seatback
Trunk cargo anchors
StabiliTrak, stability control system with brake assist includes Traction Control
Front Pedestrian Braking (Included with (WPS) Chevy Safety Assist.)
Automatic Emergency Braking (Included with (WPS) Chevy Safety Assist.)
Braking control, ECM grade
Daytime Running Lamps, integral to headlamps
Airbags, 10 total, frontal and knee for driver and front passenger, side-impact seat-mounted and roof rail-mounted head-curtain for front and rear outboard seating positions includes Passenger Sensing System (Always use seat belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)
OnStar services capable (See onstar.com for details and limitations. Services vary by model. Service plan required.)
Rear Park Assist (Included with (WPR) Drive Confidence Package.)
HD Rear Vision Camera (Rear Vision Camera display is not HD with IOR audio system.)
Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning (Included with (WPS) Chevy Safety Assist.)
Following Distance Indicator (Included with (WPS) Chevy Safety Assist.)
Forward Collision Alert (Included with (WPS) Chevy Safety Assist.)
Rear Seat Reminder
Buckle to Drive prevents vehicle from being shifted out of Park until driver seat belt is fastened; times out after 20 seconds and encourages seat belt use, can be turned on and off in Settings or Teen Driver menu
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) for child restraint seats
Door locks, rear child security
Trunk latch, safety, manual release
Tire Pressure Monitor System
Teen Driver a configurable feature that lets you activate customizable vehicle settings associated with a key fob, to help encourage safe driving behavior. It can limit certain available vehicle features, and it prevents certain safety systems from being turned off. An in-vehicle report card gives you information on driving habits and helps you to continue to coach your new driver
OnStar One Essentials (OnStar One Business Essentials for Fleet) Drive confidently with core OnStar services including select mobile app commands, built-in voice assistance, real-time traffic and navigation, and Emergency Advisors that are available 24/7. (OnStar One Essentials includes select remote commands, Google built-in or Alexa Built-in, Maps+, and Automatic Crash Response, for eligible vehicles. Fleet customers get select remote commands through OnStar Vehicle Insights. For MY25 vehicles, OnStar One Essentials is standard for 8 years; services may require an OnStar paid plan to continue thereafter. See OnStar.com for service descriptions and terms.)
<<< Preliminary 2025 Warranty >>> Warranty Note / 3 Basic Years
36,000 Basic Miles / 5 Drivetrain Years
60,000 Drivetrain Miles / Certain commercial, government, and qualified fleet vehicles: 5 years/100,000 miles Drivetrain Note
5 Roadside Assistance Years / 6 Corrosion Years
3 Corrosion Years / 100,000 Corrosion Miles
36,000 Corrosion Miles / 60,000 Roadside Assistance Miles/km
Certain commercial, government, and qualified fleet vehicles: 5 years/100,000 miles Roadside Assistance Note / First Visit: 12 Months/12,000 Miles Maintenance Note