--- title: "2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu Specs" description: "Oil, battery group, tire sizes, wipers, filters, brakes, fluids and service intervals shared across every 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, the 8th generation (Epsilon II), plus what changed year to year." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications Every maintenance specification shared across the 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu: which oil and how much, battery group, factory tire sizes, wiper lengths, service intervals, and the failures recorded against this generation, the 8th generation (Epsilon II), Mid-size sedan (also sold to fleets as the 2016 'Malibu Limited'). ## Quick facts | Quick fact | Value | | --- | --- | | Engine oil | 5W-30, 5 qt (base engine) | | Battery | Group 48 (H6) | | Tire size | 215/60R16 (base trim) | | Wiper blades | 24" / 19" | | Key fob battery | CR2032 (flip key and keyless-entry remotes) | | Fuel tank | 15.8 gal | ## 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu maintenance guides ### Oil & filter Viscosity, capacity, filter part numbers, change interval [Read more](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/oil). ### Battery BCI group size, cold cranking amps, AGM or flooded [Read more](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/battery). ### Tires & wheels Factory sizes by trim, pressures, bolt pattern, lug torque [Read more](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/tires). ### Wiper blades Driver, passenger and rear blade lengths [Read more](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/wipers). ### Air & cabin filters Cabin and engine air filter part numbers, locations, intervals [Read more](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/filters). ### Bulbs Headlight, fog and marker bulb types [Read more](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/bulbs). ### Brakes Rotor diameters, pad references, service notes [Read more](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/brakes). ### Fluids Transmission fluid, coolant, brake fluid and capacities [Read more](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/fluids). ### Service schedule What's actually due at every mileage interval [Read more](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/service-schedule). ### Problems & reliability Documented failures, recalls, and which years to avoid [Read more](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/common-problems). ### Oil light reset Step-by-step maintenance light reset, no tools [Read more](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/oil-reset). ### Key fob battery Which coin cell the remote takes [Read more](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/key-fob-battery). ### Specs Towing, weight, fuel tank, fuel economy [Read more](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/specs). ## Which engines came in the 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu? | Engine | Model years | Trims | Oil | Capacity | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2.5L 4-cylinder (LKW Ecotec) | 2013-2015 | LS, 1LT, 2LT, 3LT, LTZ (base engine); stop-start added for 2014 | 5W-30 | 5 qt | | 2.0L Turbo (LTG Ecotec) | 2013-2015 | Optional on 2LT/LTZ (badged 'Turbo') | 5W-30 | 5 qt | | 2.4L eAssist mild hybrid (LUK) | 2013-2014 | Eco (2013-2014); 15 kW belt motor-generator + 115V lithium-ion pack | 5W-30 | 5 qt | ## Year-by-year changes | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2013 | Generation launch, Eco eAssist arrived first (early 2012 on sale), then 2.5L and 2.0T. Electric parking brake and (optional) MyLink debut. | | 2014 | Quick refresh after criticism: new front fascia, reshaped seats/center console for rear knee room, stop-start added to the 2.5L (new dual-battery setup), 2.5L economy up to 25/36. 18-in tire size changed to 225/50R18. Eco eAssist's final year. | | 2015 | Carryover; last retail year, the 8th gen continued for fleets only as the 2016 'Malibu Limited'. | ## Model years in this generation - [2013 Malibu](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013) - [2014 Malibu](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2014) - [2015 Malibu](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2015) For the full nameplate history, see the [Chevrolet Malibu guide](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu). ## Sources - [AMSOIL product lookup, 2013 Malibu 2.5L (LCV/LKW) and 2.4L LUK capacities](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2013/chevrolet/malibu/) - [Justia Recalls, 13V-173 Generator Control Module (2013 Malibu Eco)](https://auto-recalls.justia.com/chevrolet/malibu-eco/2013/13v173000/index.html) - [RepairPal, recall 14V-247 loss of power brake assist](https://repairpal.com/recall/14V247000) - [AutoZone, 2014 Malibu battery fitment (Group 48/H6 + AGM stop-start)](https://www.autozone.com/batteries-starting-and-charging/battery/chevrolet/malibu/2014) - [O'Reilly, Group 401 auxiliary battery (AUX12) for 2014 Malibu](https://www.oreillyauto.com/shop/b/battery---accessories/batteries/31624da3221a/v/a/128006/automotive-car-2014-chevrolet-malibu) - [TireSize.com, Malibu OE tire sizes by year and trim](https://tiresize.com/tires/Chevrolet/Malibu/) - [TirePressure.org, 2014 Malibu placard pressures](https://tirepressure.org/chevrolet/malibu/2014) - [WiperBladesUSA, 2014 Malibu 24/19-in blades](https://www.wiperbladesusa.com/wiper-size/chevrolet/malibu/2014) - [Wikipedia, Chevrolet Malibu 8th generation powertrains (LKW/LTG/LUK)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Malibu) - [fueleconomy.gov, 2014 Malibu EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2014_Chevrolet_Malibu.shtml) - [Walmart/ACDelco, A3174C engine air filter 2013-2015 Malibu](https://www.walmart.com/ip/ACDelco-A3174C-GM-Original-Equipment-Professional-Air-Filter-Fits-select-2015-CHEVROLET-MALIBU-1LT-2013-2014-CHEVROLET-MALIBU-2LT/47199347) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.