Chevrolet Malibu ninth generation

Chevrolet Malibu ninth generation
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The Chevrolet Malibu ninth generation (2016–2025): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 13 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: E2XX · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,870–4,920 mm TC4,923–4,933 mm
Width1,850 mm TC1,854 mm
Height1,460 mm TC1,455–1,476 mm
Wheelbase2,740–2,830 mm TC2,830 mm
Front track1,580–1,590 mm TC–
Rear track1,570–1,590 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,400–1,625 kg TC1,400–1,568 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)368–453 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,832–2,888 L EPA–
Fuel tank–49–62 L
Performance
Top speed–160–250 km/h
Torque–140–350 Nm

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2016–2018: ★★★★★ · 2019–2022: ★★★★☆ · 2023–2025: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), 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)

2,997 complaints for model years 2016–2025. 95 crashes · 13 fires · 71 injuries · 2 deaths

  • Engine 1,043
  • Electrical system 813
  • Transmission and drivetrain 652
  • Speed control 435
  • Brakes 311
  • Fuel system 252

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 13 versions of the Chevrolet Malibu ninth generation

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United States 7 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2019–2025SIDI1.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive30–32 MPG (7.4–7.8 L/100 km) EPA170–185 g/km
2017–2022SIDI2.0 LPetrol9-speed automaticFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA213–214 g/km
2017–2019SIDI; Hybrid1.8 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive46 MPG (5.1 L/100 km) EPA121 g/km
2016–2018SIDI1.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA181–182 g/km
2016SIDI1.8 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive46 MPG (5.1 L/100 km) EPA122 g/km
2016SIDI2.0 LPetrol8-speed automaticFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA213 g/km
2016SIDI2.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA204 g/km

Canada 6 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2019–2025Mid-size1.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)7.5–7.8 L/100 km 5-cycle174–189 g/km
2017–2022Mid-size2.0 LPetrol9-speed automatic9.1 L/100 km 5-cycle212–214 g/km
2016–2019Mid-size1.8 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)5.1 L/100 km 5-cycle121–122 g/km
2016–2018Mid-size1.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic7.6–7.8 L/100 km 5-cycle179–182 g/km
2016Mid-size2.0 LPetrol8-speed automatic9.0 L/100 km 5-cycle211 g/km
2016Mid-size2.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic8.6 L/100 km 5-cycle202 g/km

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