2025 Chevy Malibu | Mid-Size Family Sedan
The Chevrolet Malibu is taking its final bow in 2025, marking the end of a 60-year legacy as a beloved mid-size family sedan. Named for the idyllic seaside town synonymous with sunny drives and laid-back vibes, the Malibu has left an enduring mark on the automotive world. In its final iteration, the 2025 Malibu sticks to a tried-and-true formula, offering a turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). While this setup may not deliver blistering speed, it ensures smooth and consistent acceleration, making it a capable companion for daily commutes and long highway cruises.
In a segment filled with strong contenders, the Malibu continues to hold its own by prioritizing comfort and practicality. While other competitors may offer additional powertrain options or advanced features, the Malibu remains a well-rounded choice with its comfortable seating, intuitive ergonomics, and attractive styling. For drivers who value a refined ride and a budget-friendly price tag, the Malibu delivers plenty of appeal, making it a solid option for families and commuters alike.
Ready to explore the 2025 Chevy Malibu before it drives off into the sunset? Visit our HOUSTON Chevrolet AutoNation Dealership today to schedule a test drive, get answers to your questions, or browse our inventory of new and pre-owned Malibu sedans. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of this iconic legacy!
In a segment filled with strong contenders, the Malibu continues to hold its own by prioritizing comfort and practicality. While other competitors may offer additional powertrain options or advanced features, the Malibu remains a well-rounded choice with its comfortable seating, intuitive ergonomics, and attractive styling. For drivers who value a refined ride and a budget-friendly price tag, the Malibu delivers plenty of appeal, making it a solid option for families and commuters alike.
Ready to explore the 2025 Chevy Malibu before it drives off into the sunset? Visit our HOUSTON Chevrolet AutoNation Dealership today to schedule a test drive, get answers to your questions, or browse our inventory of new and pre-owned Malibu sedans. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of this iconic legacy!

What's New for 2025
As the 2025 model year marks the final chapter for the Chevrolet Malibu, no changes have been made to the sedan’s design or features. Chevrolet has chosen to maintain the tried-and-true formula that has defined the Malibu in its recent years, allowing the iconic mid-size sedan to exit gracefully while staying true to its identity.
Model Details
Engine, Performance, and Fuel
The 2025 Chevrolet Malibu stands apart from many family sedans by offering a single, efficient powertrain: a capable 163-hp turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) driving the front wheels. While it doesn’t aim for luxury, the Malibu delivers a ride quality that is above average for the mid-size sedan segment. Its suspension strikes a pleasant balance, offering a ride that is neither overly soft nor too firm, making for a comfortable daily driver. Additionally, the Malibu’s responsive chassis adds an element of sportiness, providing confident handling that feels composed even during spirited driving.
Fuel Efficiency
When it comes to fuel efficiency, the 2025 Chevrolet Malibu offers an EPA-estimated 30 mpg combined, making it a reliable and economical choice for daily commutes and road trips alike. While some competitors, such as the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, offer base powertrains with slightly higher efficiency ratings, the Malibu remains a competitive option for those prioritizing a balance of comfort, practicality, and cost-effectiveness. For additional details on the Malibu’s fuel economy and how it compares to other vehicles in its class, visit the EPA’s website.
Fuel Efficiency
When it comes to fuel efficiency, the 2025 Chevrolet Malibu offers an EPA-estimated 30 mpg combined, making it a reliable and economical choice for daily commutes and road trips alike. While some competitors, such as the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, offer base powertrains with slightly higher efficiency ratings, the Malibu remains a competitive option for those prioritizing a balance of comfort, practicality, and cost-effectiveness. For additional details on the Malibu’s fuel economy and how it compares to other vehicles in its class, visit the EPA’s website.

Interior, Comfort, and Storage
While the Malibu's interior doesn't rival luxury competitors in terms of opulence or noise isolation, it offers a comfortable and ergonomically thoughtful cabin. Passenger space is competitive, and the design promotes a feeling of openness with a symmetrical dashboard and a large opening beneath the center stack. The front seats feature a wide base and supportive side bolsters, though the back cushions might feel narrow for some. Rear passengers benefit from reasonable legroom, even if it falls slightly short of segment leaders like the Honda Accord.
The Malibu also features a generously sized trunk, providing ample room for luggage and daily essentials. Interior storage solutions are well-designed and practical, ensuring drivers and passengers have plenty of space for small items and personal belongings. While it may not lead the class in cargo versatility, the Malibu delivers sufficient capacity for most family and travel needs.
The Malibu also features a generously sized trunk, providing ample room for luggage and daily essentials. Interior storage solutions are well-designed and practical, ensuring drivers and passengers have plenty of space for small items and personal belongings. While it may not lead the class in cargo versatility, the Malibu delivers sufficient capacity for most family and travel needs.

Technology, and Infotainment
Chevrolet equips every Malibu with a user-friendly touchscreen infotainment system that includes popular connectivity options such as Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot. The touchscreen interface is intuitive and straightforward, making it easy to navigate through features and settings. While it offers the essential functionalities drivers expect, the system has started to feel a bit dated compared to more advanced offerings from competitors. Additionally, the lack of secondary physical controls may require more attention from the driver when operating certain functions, but overall, it remains a practical and accessible setup for most users.

Safety Features
The Chevrolet Malibu offers a range of advanced driver-assistance features designed to enhance safety for modern families, but many of these technologies are available as optional upgrades rather than standard equipment. This allows buyers to customize their Malibu with the features they value most. Key safety technologies include:
For more information about the Malibu's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. These resources provide detailed evaluations of the Malibu's safety performance.
- Available automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection: Helps reduce or avoid collisions by automatically applying the brakes if a potential impact with a pedestrian or vehicle is detected.
- Available lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist: Alerts the driver if the vehicle unintentionally drifts out of its lane and provides gentle steering inputs to help stay on course.
- Available adaptive cruise control: Automatically adjusts the vehicle's speed to maintain a safe following distance from the vehicle ahead.
For more information about the Malibu's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. These resources provide detailed evaluations of the Malibu's safety performance.

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