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Compare Chevrolet Malibu vs Base I4 FWD

Chevrolet Malibu
2024 Chevrolet Malibu
Select configuration:
$26,000
Starting Price (MSRP)
6.6
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Base I4 FWD
2011 Base I4 FWD
Select configuration:
$22,025
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 27 MPG
Hwy: 35 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.8 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
15.7 ft³
Trunk Volume
16.5 ft³

Photos

Chevrolet Malibu
2019-2024 Chevrolet Malibu Rear Angle View
2019-2024 Chevrolet Malibu Dashboard
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Base I4 FWD
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
163 hp @ 5700 rpm
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
184 lb-ft @ 2500-3000 rpm
172 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,135 lbs
3,365 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
30 MPG
24 MPG
City
27 MPG
22 MPG
Highway
35 MPG
29 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.9 (2023) Tons/yr
7.8 Tons/yr
EPA rating
N/A
5

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.8 gallons
17.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
426.6 miles
385 miles
Cruising Range Highway
553 miles
507.5 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
194.2 in
189 in
Height
57.3 in
56.9 in
Max Width
73 in
72.2 in
Front Width
62.6 in
61.7 in
Rear Width
62.5 in
61.3 in
Wheelbase
111 in
107.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.5 in
42.3 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.1 in
38.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
58.5 in
57.4 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.1 in
54 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
38.1 in
37.1 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.5 in
37.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
57.1 in
56.5 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53.4 in
53.3 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
15.7 ft³
16.5 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Electric Rack & Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
37 ft
38.7 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8"
16" x TBD
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8"
16" x TBD

Suspension

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Independent Short-Long Arm
Rear Suspension
Four-Link
Independent Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
245/45R18
P205/60R16
Rear Tire
245/45R18
P205/60R16
Spare Tire
T125/80R16
T145/80D16

Colors and Materials

Standard Interior Materials

  • Jet Black, Premium cloth seat trim
  • Camel, Premium cloth seat trim
  • Charcoal Black, Premium cloth seat trim
  • Medium Light Stone, Premium cloth seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Optional
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Not Available
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Optional

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Optional
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Navigation from Telematics
Not Available
Optional
Telematics
Standard
Optional

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Cross-Traffic Alert
Optional
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Optional
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Side Crash Rating
Rollover Rating

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
N/A
Drivetrain Note
Certain commercial, government, and qualified fleet vehicles: 5 years/100,000 miles
N/A
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Maintenance Note
First Visit: 12 Months/12,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance Note
Certain commercial, government, and qualified fleet vehicles: 5 years/100,000 miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Rust-Through
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Cab Corrosion-Perforation
N/A
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Emissions
N/A
5 Years / 50,000 Miles
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