Why you'll love this Malibu

A practical midsize sedan that's comfortable, efficient, and tech-equipped

29 city/36 hwy

Miles Per Gallon

Blue

Exterior Color

Black

Interior Color

Front Wheel Drive

Drive Type

4-cyl, Turbo Gas, 1.5L

Engine

Automatic

Transmission

15.7 cu ft

Cargo Capacity

160

Horsepower

184 ft-lbs

Torque

194.2" x 73" x 57.9"

Dimensions (L x W x H)

Vehicle Features and Specs

Features

Comfort & Convenience
Cruise Control
Smart Key
Power Seat(s)
Air Conditioning
Power Mirrors
Rear Defroster
Power Windows
Power Locks
Driver Adjustable Lumbar
Driver Assistance‡
Rear View Camera
ABS Brakes
Traction Control
Entertainment & Technology
Apple CarPlay®
Android Auto™
Bluetooth Technology
Auxiliary Audio Input
AM/FM Stereo
WiFi Hotspot
Interior
Cloth Seats
Side Airbags
Overhead Airbags
Exterior
Rear Spoiler
Alloy Wheels
Daytime Running Lights
Mechanical
Turbo Charged Engine
Automatic Transmission
Key Specifications
Front Wheel Drive
Drive Type
4-cyl, Turbo Gas, 1.5L
Engine
Blue
Exterior Color
Black
Interior Color
29 city/36 hwy
Miles Per Gallon
Automatic
Transmission
Performance
15.8 gal
Fuel Capacity
160
Horsepower
184 ft-lbs
Torque
Measurements
15.7 cu ft
Cargo Capacity
194.2" x 73" x 57.9"
Dimensions (L x W x H)
39.1"
Driver Head Room
41.5"
Driver Leg Room
245/45R18
Front Tire Size (standard)
111.4"
Wheelbase

for the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu RS

Specs

Comfort & Convenience
Cruise Control
Smart Key
Power Seat(s)
Air Conditioning
Power Mirrors
Rear Defroster
Power Windows
Power Locks
Driver Adjustable Lumbar
Driver Assistance‡
Rear View Camera
ABS Brakes
Traction Control
Entertainment & Technology
Apple CarPlay®
Android Auto™
Bluetooth Technology
Auxiliary Audio Input
AM/FM Stereo
WiFi Hotspot
Interior
Cloth Seats
Side Airbags
Overhead Airbags
Exterior
Rear Spoiler
Alloy Wheels
Daytime Running Lights
Mechanical
Turbo Charged Engine
Automatic Transmission
Key Specifications
Front Wheel Drive
Drive Type
4-cyl, Turbo Gas, 1.5L
Engine
Blue
Exterior Color
Black
Interior Color
29 city/36 hwy
Miles Per Gallon
Automatic
Transmission
Performance
15.8 gal
Fuel Capacity
160
Horsepower
184 ft-lbs
Torque
Measurements
15.7 cu ft
Cargo Capacity
194.2" x 73" x 57.9"
Dimensions (L x W x H)
39.1"
Driver Head Room
41.5"
Driver Leg Room
245/45R18
Front Tire Size (standard)
111.4"
Wheelbase

for the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu RS

Standard OEM Features

These are standard original equipment manufacturer features for the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu RS. All available options are not listed below and may vary by car.

  • 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot capable (Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)
  • Air conditioning, single-zone manual
  • Air filter, cabin
  • Airbags, 10 total, frontal and knee for driver and front passenger, side-impact seat-mounted and roof rail-mounted head-curtain for front and rear outboard seating positions includes Passenger Sensing System (Always use seat 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.)
  • Antenna, body-color
  • Assist handle, front passenger
  • Audio system feature, 6-speaker system
  • Audio system, Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system, 8" diagonal color touchscreen, AM/FM stereo. Additional features for compatible phones include: Bluetooth audio streaming for 2 active devices, voice command pass-through to phone, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capable.
  • Axle, 5.10 final drive ratio
  • Badge, nameplate in Black
  • Bowties, Black, front and rear
  • Brake lining, high-performance, noise and dust performance
  • Brake rotors, Duralife
  • Brake, parking, manual
  • Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc
  • Braking control, ECM grade
  • Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed
  • Daytime Running Lamps, integral to headlamps
  • Defogger, rear-window, electric
  • Display, 8" diagonal LCD touch screen
  • Door locks, power programmable
  • Door locks, rear child security
  • Driver Information Center, monochromatic display
  • Engine control, stop-start system
  • 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)
  • Exhaust, dual stainless-steel with polished tips
  • Floor mats, carpeted front
  • Floor mats, carpeted front (Deleted when the following LPOs are ordered: PCH, PCM, PCN, PDE, PDH, RIA, VAV.)
  • Floor mats, carpeted rear
  • Floor mats, carpeted rear (Deleted when the following LPOs are ordered: PCH, PCM, PCN, PDE, PDH, RIA, VAV.)
  • Front wheel drive
  • Fuel door, push open
  • Fueling system, capless
  • Glass, acoustic, laminated, windshield
  • Grille, chrome surround with Black grille inserts
  • Headlamp control, automatic on and off
  • Headlamps, halogen
  • Keyless Open, front doors includes extended range Remote Keyless Entry
  • Keyless Start
  • LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren), for child restraint seats
  • Lighting, interior overhead courtesy lamp, dual reading lamps and illuminated trunk area
  • Map pockets, driver and front passenger seatbacks
  • Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night
  • Mirrors, outside power-adjustable, body-color, manual-folding
  • ONSTAR ADDITIONAL 21 MONTHS OF ONSTAR ASSURANCE FOR TIER3 FLEETS. Provides 21 months of OnStar Assurance service in addition to the 3 months of complimentary Safety & Security coverage that is included in the price of the vehicle. Total Fleet OnStar Safety & Security service duration is 3 months and 21 months of OnStar Assurance. (Requires (UE1) OnStar. Requires one of the following Fleet or Government order types: FLS, FNR, FRC, FBC, FGO or FEF. Not available with P0J, P0K, P0L, R7Z, P1R, P1T or P1U. Not available with a ship-to of Guam, Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands.)
  • ONSTAR ADDITIONAL 21 MONTHS OF ONSTAR FLEET SAFETY AND SECURITY. Provides 21 months of Fleet Safety and Security service in addition to the 3 months of complimentary coverage that is included in the price of the vehicle. Total OnStar Fleet Safety and Security service duration is 24 months. (Requires (UE1) OnStar. Requires one of the following Fleet or Government order types: FLS, FNR, FRC, FBC, FGO or FEF. Not available with P0K, P0L, R7Z, P1R, P1S, P1T or P1U. Not available with a ship-to of Guam, Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands.)
  • ONSTAR ADDITIONAL 33 MONTHS OF ONSTAR ASSURANCE FOR TIER3 FLEETS. Provides 33 months of OnStar Assurance service in addition to the 3 months of complimentary Safety & Security coverage that is included in the price of the vehicle. Total Fleet OnStar Safety & Security service duration is 3 months and 33 months of OnStar Assurance. (Requires (UE1) OnStar. Requires one of the following Fleet or Government order types: FLS, FNR, FRC, FBC, FGO or FEF. Not available with P0J, P0K, P0L, R7Z, P1R, P1S or P1U. Not available with a ship-to of Guam, Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands.)
  • ONSTAR ADDITIONAL 45 MONTHS OF ONSTAR ASSURANCE FOR TIER3 FLEETS. Provides 45 months of OnStar Assurance service in addition to the 3 months of complimentary Safety & Security coverage that is included in the price of the vehicle. Total Fleet OnStar Safety & Security service duration is 3 months and 45 months of OnStar Assurance. (Requires (UE1) OnStar. Requires one of the following Fleet or Government order types: FLS, FNR, FRC, FBC, FGO or FEF. Not available with P0J, P0K, P0L, R7Z, P1R, P1S or P1T. Not available with a ship-to of Guam, Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands.)
  • ONSTAR ADDITIONAL 45 MONTHS OF ONSTAR FLEET SAFETY AND SECURITY. Provides 45 months of Fleet Safety and Security service in addition to the 3 months of complimentary coverage that is included in the price of the vehicle. Total OnStar Fleet Safety and Security service duration is 48 months. (Requires (UE1) OnStar. Requires one of the following Fleet or Government order types: FLS, FNR, FRC, FBC, FGO or FEF. Not available with P0J, P0K, R7Z, P1R, P1S, P1T or P1U. Not available with a ship-to of Guam, Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands.)
  • ONSTAR ADDITIONAL 9 MONTHS OF ONSTAR ASSURANCE FOR TIER3 FLEETS. Provides 9 months of OnStar Assurance service in addition to the 3 months of complimentary Safety & Security coverage that is included in the price of the vehicle. Total Fleet OnStar Safety & Security service duration is 3 months and 9 months of OnStar Assurance. (Requires (UE1) OnStar. Requires one of the following Fleet or Government order types: FLS, FNR, FRC, FBC, FGO or FEF. Not available with P0J, P0K, P0L, R7Z, P1S, P1T or P1U. Not available with a ship-to of Guam, Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands.)
  • OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable (Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)
  • Power outlet, auxiliary, 12-volt
  • Rear seat armrest with cup holders
  • Rear Seat Reminder
  • Rear Vision Camera
  • Remote panic alarm
  • Seat adjuster, 8-way power driver
  • Seat adjuster, front passenger 6-way manual
  • Seat adjuster, power driver lumbar control
  • Seat trim, Premium Cloth
  • Seat, rear 60/40 split-folding
  • Seats, front bucket
  • Shift knob, leather-wrapped
  • Spoiler, rear
  • StabiliTrak, stability control system with brake assist includes Traction Control
  • Steering column, tilt and telescopic
  • Steering wheel controls, mounted controls for audio, phone and cruise
  • Steering wheel, leather-wrapped 3-spoke
  • Suspension, front MacPherson strut
  • Suspension, rear 4-link, independent
  • Teen Driver a configurable feature that lets you activate customizable vehicle settings associated with a key fob, to help encourage safe driving behavior. It can limit certain available vehicle features, and it prevents certain safety systems from being turned off. An in-vehicle report card gives you information on driving habits and helps you to continue to coach your new driver
  • Temperature display, outside
  • Theft-deterrent system, content theft alarm
  • Tire Pressure Monitor System
  • Tire, compact spare, T125/80R16
  • Tires, 245/45R18 all-season, blackwall
  • Tool kit, road emergency
  • Transmission, Continuously Variable (CVT)
  • Trunk cargo anchors
  • Trunk latch, safety, manual release
  • Visors, driver and front passenger vanity mirrors, covered
  • Warning indicator, front passenger seat belt
  • Wheel, spare, 16" (40.6 cm) steel
  • Wheels, 18" (45.7 cm) aluminum
  • Windows, power with Express-Down on all
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay/Wireless Android Auto

Comfort & Convenience
Cruise Control
Smart Key
Power Seat(s)
Air Conditioning
Power Mirrors
Rear Defroster
Power Windows
Power Locks
Driver Adjustable Lumbar
Driver Assistance‡
Rear View Camera
ABS Brakes
Traction Control
Entertainment & Technology
Apple CarPlay®
Android Auto™
Bluetooth Technology
Auxiliary Audio Input
AM/FM Stereo
WiFi Hotspot

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$14,998

Est. MD tax, title, fees

$1,150

Total

$16,148†

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  • 30-day limited warranty

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The 2021 Chevrolet Malibu receives praise for its ride quality, seat comfort, and fuel economy, making it an excellent commuter vehicle. While customers enjoy its responsive steering and spacious interior, concerns include limited technology features, cabin noise, and costs for maintenance. Overall, the Malibu offers solid performance and value for its price.

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