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2025 Chevrolet Malibu LS

Sedan · 163 hp · 31 mpg combined

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$25,800Factory MSRP, base configuration

Overview.

At a glance

163 hp31 mpg combinedFWD

Good

  • EPA-estimated 31 mpg combined
  • Wireless smartphone integration
  • Rear parking sensors
  • 60-month/60,000-mile powertrain warranty

Watch for

  • Manual front seats
  • Single-zone climate control
  • Lane-change alert costs $250

The 2025 Chevrolet Malibu LS is a gas sedan with a $25,800 MSRP.

Its 1.5L 4-cylinder turbo engine produces 163 hp and sends power to the front wheels through a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission. Fuel economy is an EPA-estimated 31 mpg combined.

The cabin has premium cloth upholstery, bucket front seats and 6-way manual adjustments for both front seats. A split-folding rear seatback adds flexibility. Standard technology includes an 8.0" infotainment display, Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, 6 total speakers, USB connectivity, hands-free entry and keyless ignition.

Standard driver-assistance and parking features include lane departure warning, lane keep assist, a pre-collision safety system, emergency braking assist, a rear view camera and rear parking sensors. Lane Change Alert w/Side Blind Zone Alert costs $250.

Factory coverage includes a 36-month/36,000-mile basic warranty and a 60-month/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. Roadside coverage runs for 60 months or 60,000 miles, while rust coverage runs for 72 months or 100,000 miles. One NHTSA recall campaign has been issued for this model year.

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Market

Too few listings to publish a market price.

28 factory options, from $40 to $599.

Mobile Service Plus$599
Rear Spoiler$495
Illuminated Black Front Bowtie Emblem$450
Floor Liner Package$325
Interior Protection Package$275
T125/80R16 Compact Spare Tire$250
Keyless Entry Keypad$250
Garage Door Opener$250
Lane Change Alert w/Side Blind Zone Alert$250
Front/Rear All-Weather Floor Liners$250
Custom Molded Front and Rear Splash Guards$225
Premium Front/Rear Carpeted Floor Mats$225
Black Bowtie$195
Gloss Black Emblems$175
All-Weather Floor Mats$175
Cargo Mat$125
Wheel Locks$125
Engine Block Heater$100
Cargo Net$75
Front License Plate Bracket$40
State-Specific Emissions Override$0
Federal Emissions Requirements$0
California Emissions Requirements$0
Federal Emissions Override$0
Northeast Emissions$0
California Emissions Override$0
Buckle to Drive (Fleet)—
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Which Malibu is right for you?

Five trims, $24,700 to $31,500. Tap one to open it.

The numbers.

One configuration: front-wheel drive, continuously variable automatic.

163hp1.5L four-cylinder turbo
184lb-ftTorque
31mpgCombined · 28 city · 36 highway
FWDcontinuously variable-speed automatic
5Seats
15.7 cu ftCargo volume
3,135 lbsCurb weight

109 standard items.

Five groups, sized by how much is in each.

2 interiors

  • Jet Black
  • Dark Atmosphere/Medium Ash Gray

Both premium cloth.

6 factory paints

  • Mineral Gray Metallic
  • Sterling Gray Metallic
  • Night Shade Metallic
  • Mosaic Black Metallic
  • Lakeshore Blue Metallic
  • Summit White

Safety and recalls

1 recall campaign on file.

Recalls are settled per car, not per model. Check the one you are buying.

Overall5out of 5 stars
Frontal5out of 5 stars
Side—Not rated
Rollover4out of 5 stars

NHTSA crash-test ratings for the 2025 Malibu.

NHTSA NCAP · checked Oct 2026

Factory coverage.

It runs from the first sale date, not the model year.

Basic
3 yr / 36,000 mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60,000 mi
Rust
6 yr / 100,000 mi
Roadside
5 yr / 60,000 mi
Maintenance
1 yr
Sold2 yr4 yr6 yr
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