No pricing data available at this time. Our Opinion - 2025 Chevrolet Malibu Review As the Chevrolet Malibu says goodbye, we are thankful for its 60-year run. The Malibu had a good run. It was named after the beach town that goes well with a Coastal Boys song. In its last year, the 2025 Malibu only comes with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a continuously variable gearbox. The car doesn’t go very fast at first, but once it gets going, it speeds up slowly and evenly. Other cars on the market, like the Toyota Camry, come equipped with a strong hybrid engine and either front- or all-wheel drive. The Malibu doesn’t have these features. Other cars in the same class as the Malibu, like the Hyundai Sonata and Honda Accord, have much better basic features than the Chevy, making it feel underequipped. In general, the Malibu is a good car, but it could be better in its class. Smart ergonomics and comfy chairs are two of its best features. They go well with their classy look. For some, putting in place aggressive prices may be enough. What's New? Because 2025 is the last year of the Malibu, Chevrolet didn’t make any changes to it. Pros and Cons Pros Comfortably accommodating suspension. Standard remote start. Still attractive in appearance. Cons Only one engine and transmission choice. Less quick than competitors. To be discontinued after 2025. Engine, Transmission, and Performance The Malibu, unlike many other family cars, only comes with one powertrain choice: a solid 1.5-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine that makes 163 horsepower and sends power to the front wheels through a CVT. The Malibu isn’t a high-end car, but it’s better than normal in terms of quality and comfort. All of the Malibu models we tested had quick chassis that pleased us. The Malibu could even pass for sporty because the damping was just right—neither too soft nor too stiff. Safety Many of the high-tech safety features that families need today are available, even though the Chevy comes with them as standard. The following are important safety features: You can now get automated emergency braking that can identify pedestrians. Lane departure warning and lane keeping aid are offered. You can get adaptive speed control. Internal and External Cargo Capacity The Malibu cabin is comfortable and well-designed, but it could be more stylish and quiet. The passenger space and options inside are comparable, but most of the rivals offer better visibility from the outside. There is a lot of space inside the Malibu thanks to its symmetrical dashboard and big opening under the center stack. Even though the base is wide and the side supports are strong, some riders think the back cushions in the front seat are too small. We can still fit in the back seat as adults, but there is less headroom than in the Accord. The Malibu could be better in its class, but it does have a big trunk that can fit a lot of carry-on bags and a lot of storage space inside. Fuel Economy and Actual MPG EPA fuel-mileage figures show that the Malibu’s single engine is less fuel-efficient than the base engines in the Accord and Toyota Camry. The Chevy gets about 30 miles per gallon on average. But even so, the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine got a good 34 mpg on the highway at 75 mph in our test. Infotainment and Connectivity Every Chevy Malibu comes with a tablet entertainment system that has many cool features, like Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot. The touchscreen interface is easy to use, but the device is behind competitors because it lacks other physical features. Range, Charging, and Battery Life When we tried a 2019 Malibu, it took it an average of 7.8 seconds to get to 60 mph. Our acceleration tests show that this combo is slower than similar ones that were tested. The Hyundai Sonata N Line and the Kia K5 GT both have 290-horsepower engines that can go from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.0 seconds. This makes them great choices for families who want a speed killer. Price and How to Choose The LT trim has more common features than the base LS, so we suggest you choose that one. The LT comes with 17-inch wheels, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats, remote engine start, and dual-zone automatic climate control. An automatic emergency brake and lane-keeping help are also standard on all LT models. It lacks a back cross-traffic alert system and a blind-spot monitor, but they can be added for an extra $250.
