Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Chevrolet Malibu
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Malibu Limited and Chevrolet Malibu contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Malibu Limited and the Chevrolet Malibu.
When we compare the Chevrolet Malibu Limited's and the Chevrolet Malibu's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Malibu Limited has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Chevrolet Malibu has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Malibu Limited's and the Chevrolet Malibu's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited ranges from $5,052 to $15,702 while a used 2016 Chevrolet Malibu is priced between $6,995 to $16,500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Malibu Limited’s base engine makes 197 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Malibu base engine makes 160 horsepower. The Malibu Limited is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles. The Malibu is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 481 miles.This gives the Chevrolet Malibu the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Malibu Limited the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Chevrolet Malibu has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room and rear leg room. The Chevrolet Malibu Limited has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space. The Chevrolet Malibu Limited and Chevrolet Malibu are comparable in regards to rear head room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: The Chevrolet Malibu has an average safety rating of 4.47 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
22565
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
21625
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
24126
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
21495 - 38750
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
9919
Price Range:
5052 - 15702
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N/A
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
105
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
122038
# Good or Great Deals:
27
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
11659
Price Range:
6995 - 16500
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
12398
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
9889 - 16048
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
475
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
114895
# Good or Great Deals:
194
Chevrolet Malibu Limited Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Malibu Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
7.5 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Malibu Limited
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Malibu
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
0.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
2.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
0.1 - 4.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.081
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7.5097356374280455
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7.287342737342396
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
5.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.9 - 10.1
Chevrolet Malibu Limited Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Malibu Rankings
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13 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Chevrolet Malibu Limited Trim Levels
LS, LS Fleet, LT, LTZ
Chevrolet Malibu Trim Levels
L, LS, LS Fleet, LT, Premier
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.47 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
197 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
192 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
379 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 37 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
351 / 481 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
15.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3393 lbs
Width:
79.8 inches
Height:
57.6 inches
Length:
191.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3086 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
57.6 inches
Length:
193.8 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/65R16
Exterior Colors
Beige
Champagne Silver Metallic
Blue
Blue Velvet Metallic
Gray
Ashen Gray Metallic
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black/Titanium
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Dark Atmosphere/Medium Ash Gray
