2017 Chevrolet Malibu Specs, MPG & Trims

EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu (26–46 MPG combined) across 3 listed configurations.

Overview

Body class
Midsize Cars
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
Automatic (variable gear ratios), Automatic 6-spd, Automatic 9-spd
Engine
4-cyl, 1.5 L; 4-cyl, 2.0 L; 4-cyl, 1.8 L
Fuel type
Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
Combined MPG
26–46 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,450–$3,150
5-year fuel cost
−$3,750 to +$4,750 vs. average
EPA scores
Fuel economy 6–10/10 · GHG 6–10/10
Configurations
3

MPG & fuel economy

City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.

EPA city, highway and combined ratings by powertrain for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. Electric configurations are rated in MPGe.
PowertrainCityHighwayCombinedAnnual fuel costCO2
4-cyl 2.0 L · Premium Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive223326$3,150342 g/mi
4-cyl 1.5 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive273630$2,250293 g/mi
4-cyl 1.8 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive494346$1,450194 g/mi

Configurations & engine comparison

Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.

Every EPA-listed configuration for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu (3 rows). "Configuration" is the EPA configuration/engine name.
Configuration / engineDriveTransmissionCyl.Displ. (L)Fuel typeCityHwyComb.Annual cost5-YR COSTFEGHG
MalibuFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic 6-spd41.5Regular Gasoline273630$2,250+$75077
MalibuFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic 9-spd42.0Premium Gasoline223326$3,150−$3,75066
Malibu HybridFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios)41.8Regular Gasoline494346$1,450+$4,7501010

Frequently asked questions

What is the combined MPG of the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu?

According to EPA data, the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu is rated at 26–46 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.

How many cylinders does the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu have?

The EPA data lists 4 cylinders for this vehicle.

What fuel type does the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu use?

It is offered with Regular Gasoline and Premium Gasoline.

What is the annual fuel cost of the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu?

The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $1,450 to $3,150.

How much will the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu cost in fuel over 5 years?

According to EPA estimates, the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$3,750 to +$4,750 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values are extra cost; positive values are savings).