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2015 Chevrolet Malibu MPG & fuel economy

The 2015 Chevrolet Malibu is a midsize car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 29 MPG combined (25 city / 36 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 24 to 29 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2014 model. Among 69 midsize cars rated for 2015, it ranks 22nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,603 a year to fuel.

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Combined 29 MPG 25 MPG city · 36 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,603 15,000 mi/yr · $10.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2015 #22 of 69 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2015 Chevrolet Malibu's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 10.6 km/L in the city and 15.3 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2510.69.4
Highway3615.36.5
Combined2912.38.1

How it ranks among 2015 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Nissan Leaf114 MPGe $799
  2. 2Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid95 MPGe + 50 MPG $887
  3. 3Toyota Prius48 MPG $969
  4. 4Honda Accord Hybrid47 MPG $989
  5. 5Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive84 MPGe $1,080
  6. 22Chevrolet Malibu29 MPG $1,603
  7. 69Ferrari FF13 MPG $4,558
2015 MalibuOther midsize carsClass median: $1,850/yr

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

Malibu MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Malibu		 Gas 25 MPG 36 MPG 29 MPG — $1,603
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
Malibu		 Gas 21 MPG 29 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
100 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
308 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
7/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
7/10

2015 Chevrolet Malibu vs. rivals

vs Ford Fusion 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick LaCrosse Hybrid 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Malibu saves $57/yr vs Volkswagen Passat Diesel 34 MPG · $1,632/yr Malibu saves $29/yr vs Dodge Dart 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick Regal Hybrid 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Malibu saves $57/yr vs Volkswagen Passat 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Malibu saves $57/yr vs Chrysler 200 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Malibu saves $119/yr vs Honda Accord 30 MPG · $1,550/yr Accord saves $53/yr vs Mazda 6 32 MPG · $1,453/yr 6 saves $150/yr vs Nissan Altima 31 MPG · $1,500/yr Altima saves $103/yr vs Buick LaCrosse 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Malibu saves $611/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu?

Up to 29 MPG combined (25 city / 36 highway); ratings range from 24 to 29 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu?

The 2015 Chevrolet Malibu's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 10.6 km/L in the city and 15.3 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu per year?

About $1,603 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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