2018 Chevrolet Malibu L specs & colors
4dr Car
Change trim
MSRP
- 4dr Sdn L w/1VL $21,680
- 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS $23,320
- 4dr Sdn LT w/1LT $25,220
- 4dr Sdn Premier w/2LZ $31,020
$21,680
Starting MSRP
Current listing price
Current listing price
Showing the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn L w/1VL
Shop NowKey specs
Color options
Interior
Dark Atmosphere / Medium Ash Gray
Packages
$0
Starting MSRP
- includes Standard Equipment
Specifications
| EPA Classification | Midsize Cars |
| Rear Wheel Size | 16 x -TBD- in |
| Rear Wheel Material | Steel |
| Front Wheel Size | 16 x -TBD- in |
| Spare Wheel Size | 16" in |
| Spare Wheel Material | Steel |
| Front Wheel Material | Steel |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | N/A |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | N/A |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 160 @ 5700 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 184 @ 2500-3000 |
| Engine Type | Turbocharged Gas I4 |
| Displacement | 1.5L/91 |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy | N/A |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City | 27 MPG |
| Estimated Battery Range | N/A mi |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - City | N/A |
| Fuel Economy Est-Combined | 30 MPG |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy | 36 MPG |
| Cruising Range - Hwy | 568.80 mi |
| Cruising Range - City | 426.60 mi |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | .075 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 2.94 |
| Trans Type | 6 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.96 |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.23 |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 4.58 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.91 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.45 |
| Trans Description Cont. Again | N/A |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Four-Link |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | N/A |
| Suspension Type - Front | MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | N/A |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) | N/A |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | N/A in |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | N/A in |
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) | N/A |
| Brake Type | Pwr |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | N/A gal |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | 15.8 gal |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb | 37.0 ft |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall | N/A ft |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | 15.8 |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 2.8 |
| Steering Type | Electric Rack & Pinion |
| Rear Tire Size | P205/65R16 |
| Front Tire Size | P205/65R16 |
| Spare Tire Size | T125/80R16 |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Base Curb Weight | 3108 lbs |
| Trunk Volume | 15.8 ft³ |
| Front Head Room | 39.1 in |
| Second Head Room | 37.5 in |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Liftover Height | N/A in |
| Front Shoulder Room | 58.5 in |
| Second Hip Room | 53.4 in |
| Second Leg Room | 38.1 in |
| Height, Overall | 57.6 in |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors | 73.0 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in |
| Front Hip Room | 54.1 in |
| Length, Overall | 193.8 in |
| Front Leg Room | 42.0 in |
| Track Width, Front | 62.6 in |
| Passenger Volume | 100.0 ft³ |
| Second Shoulder Room | 57.1 in |
| Track Width, Rear | 62.5 in |
| Min Ground Clearance | N/A in |
| Antenna, Black | Standard |
| Audio system feature, 6-speaker system | Standard |
| Audio system, AM/FM stereo (STD) | Standard |
| Wheels, 16" (40.6 cm) steel with cover | Standard |
| Tire, compact spare, T125/80R16 | Standard |
| Wheel, spare, 16" (40.6 cm) steel | Standard |
| Mirrors, outside power-adjustable, manual-folding | Standard |
| Headlamp control, automatic on and off | Standard |
| Tires, P205/65R16 all-season, blackwall | Standard |
| Headlamps, halogen | Standard |
| Power outlet, auxiliary, 12-volt | Standard |
| Air conditioning, single-zone manual | Standard |
| Floor mats, carpeted front | Standard |
| Passive Entry System includes Remote Keyless Entry, extended range | Standard |
| Air filter, cabin | Standard |
| Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed | Standard |
| Steering wheel controls, mounted controls for audio, phone and cruise | Standard |
| Door locks, power programmable | Standard |
| Theft-deterrent system, content theft alarm | Standard |
| Floor mats, carpeted rear | Standard |
| Seat adjuster, front passenger 6-way manual | Standard |
| Steering wheel, 3-spoke | Standard |
| Map pockets, driver and front passenger seatbacks | Standard |
| Trunk cargo anchors | Standard |
| Armrest, rear center with cupholders | Standard |
| Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night | Standard |
| Defogger, rear-window, electric | Standard |
| Keyless start | Standard |
| Seat adjuster, driver 6-way manual | Standard |
| Seat, rear 60/40 split-folding | Standard |
| Remote panic alarm | Standard |
| Windows, power with Express-Down on all | Standard |
| Driver Information Center, monochromatic display | Standard |
| Steering column, tilt and telescopic | Standard |
| Assist handle, front passenger | Standard |
| Lighting, interior overhead courtesy lamp, dual reading lamps and illuminated trunk area | Standard |
| Seats, front bucket (STD) | Standard |
| Warning indicator, front passenger safety belt | Standard |
| Axle, 3.23 final drive ratio | Standard |
| Fueling system, capless | Standard |
| Engine control, stop-start system | Standard |
| Brake lining, high-performance, noise and dust performance | Standard |
| Transmission, 6-speed automatic (STD) | Standard |
| Fuel door, push open | Standard |
| Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc | Standard |
| Tool kit, road emergency | Standard |
| Suspension, front MacPherson strut | Standard |
| Brake, parking, manual | Standard |
| Suspension, rear 4-link, independent | Standard |
| Front wheel drive | Standard |
| Engine, 1.5L turbo DOHC 4-cylinder DI with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) (160 hp [119.3 kW] @ 5700 rpm, 184 lb-ft torque [248.4 N-m] @ 2500-3000 rpm) (STD) | Standard |
| Brake rotors, Duralife | Standard |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System | Standard |
| Trunk latch, safety, manual release | Standard |
| Air bags, 10 total, frontal and knee for driver and front passenger, side-impact seat-mounted and roof rail for front and rear outboard seating positions includes Passenger Sensing System (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.) | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Standard |
| Rear Seat Reminder | Standard |
| OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable; EFFECTIVE WITH RETAIL SALES STARTING 5/1/2018. (Visit onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model.) | Standard |
| Door locks, rear child security | Standard |
| Chevrolet Connected Access with 10 years of standard connectivity which enables services such as, Vehicle Diagnostics, Dealer Maintenance Notification, Chevrolet Smart Driver, Marketplace and more; EFFECTIVE WITH SALES STARTING 5/1/2018. (Limitations apply. Not transferable. Standard connectivity available to original purchaser for ten years from the date of initial vehicle purchase for model year 2018 or newer Chevrolet vehicles. See onstar.com for details and further plan limitations. Connected Access does not include emergency or security services. Availability and additional services enabled by Connected Access are subject to change.) | Standard |
| LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren), for child safety seats | Standard |
| StabiliTrak, stability control system with brake assist includes Traction Control | Standard |
Compare trims
Wondering which trim is right for you?
Our 2018 Chevrolet Malibu trim comparison will help you decide.