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2008 Chevrolet Malibu MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is a midsize car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (22 city / 30 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 25 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2007 model. Among 47 midsize cars rated for 2008, it ranks 10th 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 22 MPG city · 30 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, 2008 #10 of 47 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 12.8 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City229.410.7
Highway3012.87.8
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 2008 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius46 MPG $1,011
  2. 2Toyota Camry Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  3. 3Nissan Altima Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  4. 4Nissan Versa29 MPG $1,603
  5. 5Nissan Sentra28 MPG $1,661
  6. 10Chevrolet Malibu25 MPG $1,860
  7. 47Bentley Continental Flying Spur12 MPG $4,938
2008 MalibuOther midsize carsClass median: $2,214/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Malibu MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Malibu		 Gas 22 MPG 30 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Malibu		 Gas 22 MPG 32 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Malibu		 Gas 18 MPG 29 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Malibu		 Gas 17 MPG 26 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.4L 4-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
95 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
355 g/mi

2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. rivals

vs Chrysler Sebring 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Malibu saves $78/yr vs Dodge Avenger 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Malibu saves $78/yr vs Mazda 6 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Malibu saves $78/yr vs Saturn Aura 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Saturn Aura Hybrid 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Aura Hybrid saves $138/yr vs Kia Spectra 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Spectra saves $138/yr vs Nissan Versa 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Versa saves $257/yr vs Nissan Sentra 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Sentra saves $199/yr vs Kia Optima 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Malibu Hybrid saves $138/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid (27 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu?

Up to 25 MPG combined (22 city / 30 highway); ratings range from 20 to 25 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu?

The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 12.8 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 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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