--- title: "Chevrolet Malibu Specs: Weight, Fuel Tank, MPG" description: "How the Chevrolet Malibu specs specification changed from 2012 to 2025, compared generation by generation. Fuel tank 15.8 gallons. Curb weight, fuel economy, ground clearance and other key numbers for the Chevrolet Malibu, by engine and drivetrain." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/specs" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # Chevrolet Malibu Specifications The specification is not the same across every year we cover, the table below shows exactly where it changes. ## Has the Chevrolet Malibu specs specification changed by year? | Model years | Max towing | Fuel tank | Curb weight | EPA mpg | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [2016-2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/specs) | N/A | 15.8 gal | 3,126 lbs | 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+ | | [2013-2015](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/specs) | N/A | 15.8 gal | 3,393 lbs | 22/34 (2013 2.5L); 25/36 (2014-15 2.5L with stop-start); 21/30 (2.0T); 24/35 (2014 Eco eAssist; 25/37 as rated at 2013 launch) | | [2012](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/specs) | N/A | 16 gal | 3,432 lbs | 22 city / 33 hwy (2.4L); 17 city / 25 hwy (3.6L V6); E85 on LE9 drops ratings ~25% | ## Full specifications by generation The specs on a Chevrolet Malibu is set by its generation, not its model year, so each generation has one page carrying the complete figures, part numbers and fitment notes for every year it covers. - [2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/specs) - [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) ## Chevrolet Malibu specs: common questions ### How big is the fuel tank on a Chevrolet Malibu? 15.8 gallons. ### What does a Chevrolet Malibu weigh? About 3,126 lbs at the curb, before passengers and cargo. ### What gas mileage does a 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) ## Find your exact Malibu - [2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2025) - [2024](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2024) - [2023](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2023) - [2022](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2022) - [2021](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2021) - [2020](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2020) - [2019](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2019) - [2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2018) - [2017](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2017) - [2016](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016) - [2015](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2015) - [2014](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2014) - [2013](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013) - [2012](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012) More Chevrolet Malibu guides: - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/key-fob-battery) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.