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2005 Chevrolet Malibu MPG & fuel economy

The 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is a midsize car offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (21 city / 32 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 23 to 25 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2004 model. Among 42 midsize cars rated for 2005, it ranks 5th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,860 a year to fuel.

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Combined 25 MPG 21 MPG city · 32 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,860 15,000 mi/yr · $12.40 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2005 #5 of 42 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2005 Chevrolet Malibu's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway3213.67.4
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 2005 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius46 MPG $1,011
  2. 2Honda Accord Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  3. 3Honda Accord26 MPG $1,788
  4. 4Hyundai Elantra26 MPG $1,788
  5. 5Chevrolet Malibu25 MPG $1,860
  6. 42Bentley Arnage11 MPG $5,386
2005 MalibuOther midsize carsClass median: $2,214/yr

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Malibu MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Malibu		 Gas 21 MPG 32 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Malibu		 Gas 20 MPG 29 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Malibu Maxx		 Gas 20 MPG 28 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.2L 4-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
101 cu ft
Cargo volume
15 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
355 g/mi

2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. rivals

vs Kia Spectra 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda Accord 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Accord saves $72/yr vs Nissan Altima 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Malibu saves $78/yr vs Mitsubishi Galant 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Malibu saves $162/yr vs Hyundai Sonata 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Malibu saves $162/yr vs Kia Optima 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Malibu saves $162/yr vs Honda Accord Hybrid 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Accord Hybrid saves $199/yr vs Hyundai Elantra 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Elantra saves $72/yr vs Toyota Prius 46 MPG · $1,011/yr Prius saves $849/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu?

Up to 25 MPG combined (21 city / 32 highway); ratings range from 23 to 25 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu?

The 2005 Chevrolet Malibu's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu per year?

About $1,860 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.40 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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