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title: "2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu Specs: Weight, Fuel Tank, MPG"
description: "Fuel tank 15.8 gallons. Curb weight, fuel economy, ground clearance and other key numbers for the 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu, by engine and drivetrain."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/specs"
updated: "2026-08-20"
---

# 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Fuel tank 15.8 gallons. Curb weight, fuel economy, ground clearance and other key numbers for the 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu, by engine and drivetrain.

**Quick answer**: The 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu holds 15.8 gallons of fuel and is rated 27/36 (1.5T 6-spd, 2016-18); 29/36 (1.5T CVT, 2019+); 22/32-33 (2.0T); 47/46 (Hybrid 2016), 49/43 (Hybrid 2019). Fuel tank: 13 gal on 2016-18 1.5T and Hybrid; 15.8 gal on 2.0T and all 2019+.

## 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu key specs

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gallons |
| Fuel economy | 27/36 (1.5T 6-spd, 2016-18); 29/36 (1.5T CVT, 2019+); 22/32-33 (2.0T); 47/46 (Hybrid 2016), 49/43 (Hybrid 2019). Fuel tank: 13 gal on 2016-18 1.5T and Hybrid; 15.8 gal on 2.0T and all 2019+ |
| Curb weight | 3,126 lbs |
| Key fob battery | CR2032 (smart key fob) |

## 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu engines

| Engine | Trims | Power | Fuel |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1.5L Turbo (LFV Ecotec) | L, LS, LT, RS (2019+), 2LT (2024-25), 160 hp (rated 163 hp in later years); 6-speed auto 2016-18, CVT 2019+ | 160 hp | Regular 87 octane |
| 2.0L Turbo (LTG Ecotec) | Premier (2016-2022), Aisin AF50-8 8-speed 2016-18, 9T50 9-speed 2019-22 | 250 hp | Premium recommended (2019+ EPA-rated on premium); regular 87 acceptable with reduced output |
| 1.8L Hybrid (LKN + two-motor drive unit) | Hybrid (2016-2019), 182 hp combined, Volt-derived drive unit, 1.5 kWh lithium-ion pack | 182 hp | Regular 87 octane |

## Which Chevrolet Malibu model years does this cover?

These specs specifications apply to every Chevrolet Malibu built from 2016 through 2025, the 9th generation (E2XX), mid-size sedan (production ended november 2024; 2025 is the final model year). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years.

- [2016 Malibu](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016)
- [2017 Malibu](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2017)
- [2018 Malibu](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2018)
- [2019 Malibu](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2019)
- [2020 Malibu](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2020)
- [2021 Malibu](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2021)
- [2022 Malibu](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2022)
- [2023 Malibu](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2023)
- [2024 Malibu](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2024)
- [2025 Malibu](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2025)

## What changed during the 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2016 | Generation launch, nearly 300 lbs lighter, stop-start standard on 1.5T. Note: a 2016 'Malibu Limited' is the previous-generation car sold to fleets, use 2013-2015 data for those. |
| 2017 | 2.0T Ecotec's transmission upgrades from an 8-speed to a 9-speed automatic, and the 2.0T becomes Premier-exclusive (dropped from LT) |
| 2018 | Final carryover year before the 2019 mid-cycle refresh; LS/LT/Premier lineup and 1.5T 6-speed / 2.0T 9-speed powertrains unchanged from 2017 |
| 2019 | Facelift: new fascias, RS trim added, 1.5T switched from 6-speed to CVT, 2.0T to 9-speed, fuel tank grew to 15.8 gal, low-beam bulb changed to H11. Final year of the Hybrid. |
| 2020 | Base L trim gains standard 16-in aluminum wheels (from LS); all trims standardize on the 8-in Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system, replacing the previous 7-in unit |
| 2020-2022 | L dropped (2020 was its last year); lineup LS/RS/LT/Premier. 2022 was the final year for the Premier trim and 2.0T engine. |
| 2021 | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto added |
| 2022 | Mechanical parking brake replaced by an electronic parking brake across all trims |
| 2023 | Premier trim replaced by 2LT; LT no longer comes standard with leather seats |
| 2023-2025 | 1.5T only (LS/RS/1LT/2LT). Production ended at Fairfax Assembly in November 2024; 2025 is the final model year. |
| 2024 | Final full model year of Malibu production; Chevrolet ended assembly at the Fairfax plant (Kansas City) in November 2024 with no direct successor |

## 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu specs: common questions

### How big is the fuel tank on a 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu?

15.8 gallons.

### What does a 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu weigh?

About 3,126 lbs at the curb, before passengers and cargo.

### What gas mileage does a 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu get?

27/36 (1.5T 6-spd, 2016-18); 29/36 (1.5T CVT, 2019+); 22/32-33 (2.0T); 47/46 (Hybrid 2016), 49/43 (Hybrid 2019). Fuel tank: 13 gal on 2016-18 1.5T and Hybrid; 15.8 gal on 2.0T and all 2019+ on the EPA cycle.

## Sources

- [AMSOIL product lookup, 2016-2019 Malibu 1.5L LFV / 2.0L LTG / 1.8L LKN capacities](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2016/chevrolet/malibu/)
- [ChevyMalibuForum, 2016-2017 5W-30 to 2018+ 0W-20 oil spec change](https://www.chevymalibuforum.com/threads/2016-2017-oil-spec-change.126013/)
- [parts.chevrolet.com, GM 23430313 engine air filter fitment](https://parts.chevrolet.com/product/acdelco-gm-original-equipment-air-filter-23430313)
- [PartsGeek, ACDelco PF2257G oil filter, 2016-2019 Malibu 1.8L Hybrid](https://www.partsgeek.com/22s3tpg-chevrolet-malibu-oil-filter-set.html)
- [AutoZone, Malibu battery guide (Group 48/H6, 2016-2024)](https://www.autozone.com/batteries-starting-and-charging/battery/chevrolet/malibu)
- [TireSize.com, Malibu OE tire sizes by year and trim](https://tiresize.com/tires/Chevrolet/Malibu/)
- [NHTSA, recall report 18V-358 (high-pressure fuel pump)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCLRPT-18V358-3649.PDF)
- [BizzyCar, April 2026 rearview camera recall 26V-212, 2023-2025 Malibu](https://www.bizzycar.com/blog/april-2026-gm-recall-for-rearview-camera-defect-on-chevrolet-malibu-affecting-271770-vehicles)
- [Go-Parts, P0234 wastegate solenoid on 2016-2022 Malibu 1.5L](https://www.go-parts.com/garage/obd-p0234-chevrolet-malibu-2016-2022-lfv-1-5l)
- [Margarian Law, 2019-2022 Malibu CVT shudder/stall defect tracker](https://www.margarianlaw.com/chevrolet/malibu/)
- [GM Authority, 2023 Malibu drops Premier trim and 2.0L LTG](https://gmauthority.com/blog/2022/08/2023-chevy-malibu-drops-premier-trim-2-0l-engine/)
- [Automotive News, Malibu production ends November 2024 at Fairfax](https://www.autonews.com/manufacturing/2024-chevy-malibu-production-ending-year-kansas/)
- [fueleconomy.gov, 2016 and 2019 Malibu EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2016_Chevrolet_Malibu.shtml)
- [Car and Driver, 2016 Malibu Hybrid powertrain details (1.8L, 1.5 kWh pack)](https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a15103297/2016-chevrolet-malibu-hybrid-first-drive-review/)
- [PartsGeek, 2016-2025 Malibu 300mm front / 288mm rear rotors](https://www.partsgeek.com/mmparts/brake_rotors/chevrolet/malibu.html)

## Other Chevrolet Malibu generations

- [2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/specs)
- [2012 Chevrolet Malibu specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/specs)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/specs).

## More for the 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu

- [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/oil)
- [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/battery)
- [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/tires)
- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/wipers)
- [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/filters)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/bulbs)
- [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/brakes)
- [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/fluids)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/common-problems)
- [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/oil-reset)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/key-fob-battery)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.