Chevrolet Malibu Annual Fuel Cost

Running a 2025 Chevrolet Malibu costs about $1,350 per year in fuel, based on 15,000 miles of driving at average U.S. fuel prices.

Latest model year (2025):

The Chevrolet Malibu costs an estimated $2,000/year in fuel (283 g CO₂/mi).

Verifiedfueleconomy.gov · Verified August 11, 2026

Chevrolet Malibu Fuel Cost — All Years

YearTrimEngineFuelMPG Comb.Annual CostCO₂ (g/mi)GHG Score
2025Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L4 1.5LRegular Gasoline31$2,0002836
2024Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L4 1.5LRegular Gasoline31$2,0002826
2023Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L4 1.5LRegular Gasoline30$2,0502926
2022Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L4 1.5LRegular Gasoline32$1,9002757
2022Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 2.0LPremium Gasoline26$2,9003425
2021Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L4 1.5LRegular Gasoline32$1,9002737
2021Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 2.0LRegular Gasoline26$2,3503425
2020Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L4 1.5LRegular Gasoline32$1,9002987
2020Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 2.0LPremium Gasoline26$2,9003445
2019Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L4 1.5LRegular Gasoline32$1,9002817
2019Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L4 1.8LRegular Gasoline46$1,35019410
2019Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 2.0LPremium Gasoline26$2,9003445
2018Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L4 1.8LRegular Gasoline46$1,35019410
2018Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L4 1.5LRegular Gasoline30$2,0502927
2018Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 2.0LPremium Gasoline26$2,9003445
2017Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L4 1.8LRegular Gasoline46$1,35019410
2017Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L4 1.5LRegular Gasoline30$2,0502937
2017Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 2.0LPremium Gasoline26$2,9003426
2016Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L4 2.5LRegular Gasoline27$2,3003296
2016Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 2.0LRegular Gasoline26$2,3503426
2016Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L4 1.8LRegular Gasoline46$1,35019610
2016Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L4 1.5LRegular Gasoline30$2,0502937
2015Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 2.0LRegular Gasoline24$2,5503736
2015Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L4 2.5LRegular Gasoline29$2,1003087

Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.

Chevrolet Malibu Fuel Cost FAQ

How much does it cost to fuel the Chevrolet Malibu?

The estimated annual fuel cost for the Chevrolet Malibu is $1,350 per year, based on 15,000 miles of driving and average fuel prices. Costs vary by trim and engine.

How much CO₂ does the Chevrolet Malibu produce?

The Chevrolet Malibu produces approximately 194 grams of CO₂ per mile. Lower numbers mean fewer emissions. See the table for per-trim details.

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