Chevrolet Malibu eighth generation

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The Chevrolet Malibu eighth generation (2012–2015): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 15 versions in the European Union, France, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: Epsilon II · Sold in: United States, Canada, European Union, and France

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,865 mm Traficom	4,870 mm TC	4,859 mm
Width	1,855 mm Traficom	1,850 mm TC	1,854 mm
Height	1,465 mm Traficom	1,460 mm TC	1,463 mm
Wheelbase	2,740 mm RDW	2,740 mm TC	2,738 mm
Front track	1,583 mm ASTRA	1,580 mm TC	–
Rear track	1,585 mm ASTRA	1,570 mm TC	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,514–1,610 kg RDW	1,539–1,657 kg TC	1,400–1,660 kg
Mass in running order	1,614–1,710 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	2,100–2,260 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	1,200–1,800 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	750 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	5 RDW	–	–
Doors	4 RDW	–	–
Luggage space (EPA)	–	453 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,690–2,832 L EPA	–
Fuel tank	–	–	49–62 L
Performance
Top speed	206–212 km/h Traficom	–	160–250 km/h
Torque	225–350 Nm ASTRA	–	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/45R18, 225/50R17, 225/55R17, 245/40R19, 245/45R18

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2013–2015: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), RDW type approvals (Netherlands), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,555 complaints for model years 2013–2015. 75 crashes · 28 fires · 64 injuries · 2 deaths

Electrical system 563
Engine 423
Steering 221
Transmission and drivetrain 141
Stability control 136
Airbags 116

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 15 versions of the Chevrolet Malibu eighth generation

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European Union 6 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	CO₂	EU registrations
2012–2014	2.0 L	118 kW (160 PS)	Diesel	141–143 g/km	4,240
2012–2014	2.4 L	123 kW (167 PS)	Petrol	186–188 g/km	1,076
2013	2.0 L	–	Other fuel	140 g/km	340
2013	2.4 L	–	Other fuel	187 g/km	102
2013	–	–	Diesel	143 g/km	18
2012–2013	–	–	Petrol	186–188 g/km	24

France 2 versions

New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2013–2014MALIBU 2.0 VCDI BVA	–	118 kW (160 PS)	Diesel	6-speed automatic	6.0 L/100 km NEDC	160 g/km
2013–2014MALIBU 2.0 VCDI BVM	–	118 kW (160 PS)	Diesel	6-speed manual	4.7 L/100 km NEDC	125 g/km

United States 4 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2013–2015SIDI	2.0 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	232 g/km
2013–2015SIDI	2.5 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	26–29 MPG (8.1–9.0 L/100 km) EPA	191–212 g/km
2013–2014SIDI	2.4 L	Hybrid	6-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	28–29 MPG (8.1–8.4 L/100 km) EPA	193–194 g/km
2012SIDI; FFV	2.4 L	Flex fuel (E85)	6-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA	212 g/km

Canada 3 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2013–2015Mid-size	2.0 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	9.8–9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle	225–228 g/km
2013–2015Mid-size	2.5 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	8.0–8.9 L/100 km 5-cycle	184–205 g/km
2013Mid-size	2.4 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	8.0 L/100 km 5-cycle	184 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.