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Chevrolet Malibu Fuel Economy (L/100km)

L/100km Number of Vehicles
5 liters per 100 kilometers 3 vehicles
6 liters per 100 kilometers 11 vehicles
7 liters per 100 kilometers 45 vehicles
8 liters per 100 kilometers 73 vehicles
9 liters per 100 kilometers 112 vehicles
10 liters per 100 kilometers 94 vehicles
11 liters per 100 kilometers 52 vehicles
12 liters per 100 kilometers 29 vehicles
13 liters per 100 kilometers 18 vehicles
14 liters per 100 kilometers 7 vehicles
15 liters per 100 kilometers 2 vehicles
16 liters per 100 kilometers 0 vehicles
17 liters per 100 kilometers 0 vehicles
18 liters per 100 kilometers 1 vehicles
Model Year Body/Powertrain L/100km  
2016 2016 4dr Sedan turbocharged 163hp 1.5L I4 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 7.1
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With the turbocharged 122kW 1.5L I4 engine, 7-speed shiftable CVT transmission, and front-wheel drive, the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu has been averaging 7.1 L/100km (liters per 100 kilometers).

The 2016 Chevrolet Malibus in this analysis were driven mostly in the city (about 64 percent of the kilometers driven). The rest of the kilometers were on the highway at an average speed of 78 kilometers per hour (36 percent), in the suburbs (0 percent), and in heavy traffic (0 percent).

In addition, the average 2016 Chevrolet Malibu in this analysis was driven on flat terrain with a light foot and the AC not used at all.
2015 2015 4dr Sedan 196-hp 2.5L I4 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 8.65
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2014 2014 4dr Sedan 196-hp 2.5L I4 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 9.11
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2012 2012 4dr Sedan 196-hp 2.5L I4 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 8.3
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2011 2011 4dr Sedan 196-hp 2.5L I4 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 8.5
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2010 2010 4dr Sedan 252-hp 3.6L V6 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 10.48
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2010 2010 4dr Sedan 196-hp 2.5L I4 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 9.31
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2009 2009 4dr Sedan 164-hp 2.4L I4 Hybrid 4-sp automatic FWD 7.86
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2009 2009 4dr Sedan 252-hp 3.6L V6 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 11.06
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2009 2009 4dr Sedan 196-hp 2.5L I4 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 8.85
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2009 2009 4dr Sedan 169-hp 2.4L I4 4-sp automatic FWD 8.35
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2008 2008 4dr Sedan 252-hp 3.6L V6 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 10.5
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2008 2008 4dr Sedan 196-hp 2.5L I4 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 10.6
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2008 2008 4dr Sedan 169-hp 2.4L I4 4-sp automatic FWD 9.2
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2007 2007 4dr Hatch 201-hp 3.5L V6 4-sp shiftable automatic FWD 10.81
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2007 2007 4dr Sedan 252-hp 3.6L V6 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 7.7
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2006 2006 4dr Hatch 164-hp 2.4L I4 Hybrid 4-sp automatic FWD 15.1
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2006 2006 4dr Hatch 201-hp 3.5L V6 4-sp shiftable automatic FWD 9.31
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2006 2006 4dr Sedan 164-hp 2.4L I4 Hybrid 4-sp automatic FWD 8.4
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2006 2006 4dr Sedan 201-hp 3.5L V6 4-sp shiftable automatic FWD 9.3
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2006 2006 4dr Sedan 252-hp 3.6L V6 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 8.4
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2005 2005 4dr Hatch 201-hp 3.5L V6 4-sp shiftable automatic FWD 8.94
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2005 2005 4dr Sedan 201-hp 3.5L V6 4-sp shiftable automatic FWD 5.97
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2005 2005 4dr Sedan 252-hp 3.6L V6 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 7.22
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2004 2004 4dr Hatch 201-hp 3.5L V6 4-sp shiftable automatic FWD 9.42
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2004 2004 4dr Sedan 201-hp 3.5L V6 4-sp shiftable automatic FWD 7.9
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2004 2004 4dr Sedan 252-hp 3.6L V6 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 8.6
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2003 2003 4dr Sedan 201-hp 3.5L V6 4-sp shiftable automatic FWD 9.87
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2002 2002 4dr Sedan 201-hp 3.5L V6 4-sp shiftable automatic FWD 9.36
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2001 2001 4dr Sedan 201-hp 3.5L V6 4-sp shiftable automatic FWD 9.27
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TrueDelta Reviews the Real Gas Mileage of the Chevrolet Malibu

Chevrolet Malibu Real Gas Mileage: Cons
YearComment
The EPA rates the Malibu turbo 21 mpg city, 30 highway, below the Fusion 2.0T's 22/33 and the Sonata 2.0T's 22/34. The V6s in the Accord and Altima also do better?so much for the inherent fuel economy advantage of a turbocharged four over a V6. The trip computer confirmed the EPA ratings, with a little over 30 in straight 75 mph highway driving and anywhere from 19 to 27 in the suburbs depending on the frequency of reds and the heaviness of my right foot. Go with the traffic flow, and you'll split the difference at about 23. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Real Gas Mileage of the Chevrolet Malibu

Chevrolet Malibu Real Gas Mileage: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr Sedan 196-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 We are seeing beteer fuel economy over our 2009 Malibu w/2.5L 4-cyl engine. Just turned 5,000 miles & have gotten just under 34 MPG on hwy & 28 MPG around town. I expect this to improve, especially the hwy MPG. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2013 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 So far the dash display average is fluctuating between 37 and 40 mpg with mixed interstate (65%)/suburban (35%), "light accelerator foot," speed limit driving; at least 40% better than my prior V6 Toyota Solara. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2012 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Wanted something fairly roomy, but cheap to run. It has filled the bill in that respect. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2011 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Good overall. Highway mpg can be 30-32 mpg. In city driving (stop and go) with short trips more like 18-19 mpg. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2010 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 2.4 liter 4 gets 30+ on the highway. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2010 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 My fuel economy has been better than the EPA ratings. Having said that I don't drive the car hard. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2009 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Outstanding highway fuel economy. City fuel economy could be better but my driving is limited to fairly short distances with mostly stop and go. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2009 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Very good, 21 in fixed driving, up to 33 on the highway. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2009 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I drive 50 miles each way to work and the highway mileage is excellent see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2009 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 30-32 mpg on I70 from Indy to KC at 70 mph, 24 around town. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
Chevrolet Malibu Real Gas Mileage: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 V6 is 5 mpg less than 4 cyl. The 4 cylinder has sufficient power but the V6 is more responsive. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2011 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 too low for a 4 cylinder see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 gets mid teens in the city hilly driving see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2006 4dr Hatch 201-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 To get something close in horsepower, you need a 6 cylinder and the inherently lower fuel economy that comes with that vs. a 4 cyl. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2004 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Less than manufacturers claim see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 

Chevrolet Malibu Gas Mileage (L/100km)

Unlike other fuel economy surveys, TrueDelta's Real-World Gas Mileage Survey includes questions about how and where a car was driven. So you can get an idea of the Chevrolet Malibu's real-world L/100km based on how and where you drive a car.