2018 Chevrolet Malibu Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Malibu

	1 of 5 Malibu L Sedan 4D	2 of 5 Malibu LS Sedan 4D	3 of 5 Malibu Hybrid Sedan 4D	4 of 5 Malibu LT Sedan 4D	5 of 5 Malibu Premier Sedan 4D
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Fair Market Price	$11,893	$12,023	$12,170	$12,567	$14,835
Fuel Economy	City 27/Hwy 36/Comb 30 MPG	City 27/Hwy 36/Comb 30 MPG	City 49/Hwy 43/Comb 46 MPG	City 27/Hwy 36/Comb 30 MPG	City 22/Hwy 32/Comb 26 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Hybrid	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	163 @ 5700 RPM	163 @ 5700 RPM	122 @ 5000 RPM	163 @ 5700 RPM	250 @ 5300 RPM
Engine	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter	4-Cyl, Hybrid, 1.8 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter
Cargo Volume	15.80 cu ft	15.80 cu ft	11.60 cu ft	15.80 cu ft	15.80 cu ft
Cylinders	4	4	4	4	4
Torque	184 lb-ft	184 lb-ft	130 lb-ft	184 lb-ft	260 lb-ft
Turning Circle	37 feet	37 feet	37 feet	37 feet	37 feet
Curb Weight	3,108 pounds	3,103 pounds	3,366 pounds	3,152 pounds	3,298 pounds

Blind-Spot Alert	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional
Collision Warning System	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional
Emergency & Security Services	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Parental Control System	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Engine Start	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Smartphone Interface	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Internet Access	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Voice Recognition System	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Standard
Touch Screen Monitor	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hands Free Phone	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Steering Wheel	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional

Torque

184 @ 5700 RPM

130 @ 5000 RPM

184 @ 5700 RPM

260 @ 5300 RPM

Leather Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Standard
Folding Rear Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Standard
Power Driver's Seat	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Not Available
Power Outlet	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alloy Wheels	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Panorama Moon Roof	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional
Rear Spoiler	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Not Available

Alarm System

Standard

Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD
Recommended Fuel	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Premium
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	3108 pounds	3103 pounds	3366 pounds	3152 pounds	3298 pounds
Fuel Capacity	15.8 gallons	15.8 gallons	13 gallons	15.8 gallons	15.8 gallons
Front Head Room	39.1 inches	39.1 inches	39.1 inches	39.1 inches	39.1 inches
Front Leg Room	42 inches	42 inches	42 inches	42 inches	42 inches
Overall Length	193.8 inches	193.8 inches	193.8 inches	193.8 inches	193.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room	58.5 inches	58.5 inches	58.5 inches	58.5 inches	58.5 inches
Turning Diameter	37 feet	37 feet	37 feet	37 feet	37 feet
Wheel Base	111.4 inches	111.4 inches	111.4 inches	111.4 inches	111.4 inches
Width with mirrors	84 inches	84 inches	84 inches	84 inches	84 inches

FAQs

Is the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2018 Malibu ranges in power from the Hybrid Sedan 4D with 122 horsepower to the Premier Sedan 4D with 250 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2018 Malibu specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Chevrolet Malibu specs page.

How fast is the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu?

The 2018 Malibu ranges in power from the Hybrid Sedan 4D with 122 horsepower to the Premier Sedan 4D with 250 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2018 Malibu specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Chevrolet Malibu specs page.

What are the levels of Chevrolet Malibus?

The 2018 Chevrolet Malibu comes in 5 different trims, ranging from the L Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $11,893.00 to the Premier Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $14,835.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2018 Malibu specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Chevrolet Malibu specs page.

What features does the Chevrolet Malibu 2018 have?

2018 Chevrolet Malibu features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 2018 Malibu trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Chevrolet Malibu specs page.