Chevrolet Malibu vehicles
2023 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
Compare important 2023 Chevrolet Malibu technical specifications like exterior dimensions, ground clearance, wheelbase, interior space volume, engine's power as measured by horsepower and torque output, weight of the vehicle, towing & payload capacity or gas tank size to know the estimated mpg.
| Trims | LS w/1LS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | RS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 1LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 2LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 |
| Exterior length | 194.2 | 194.2 | 194.2 | 194.2 |
| Exterior body width | 73.0 | 73.0 | 73.0 | 73.0 |
| Exterior height | 57.3 | 57.3 | 57.3 | 57.3 |
| Horsepower | 160 hp | 160 hp | 160 hp | 160 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight | 3135 | 3135 | 3159 | 3223 |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 | 111.4 | 111.4 | 111.4 |
| Turning radius | 18.5 '' | 18.5 '' | 18.5 '' | 18.5 '' |
| Front legroom | 41.5 | 41.5 | 41.5 | 41.5 |
| Rear legroom | 38.1 | 38.1 | 38.1 | 38.1 |
| Front headroom | 39 | 39 | 39 | 39 |
| Rear headroom | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 |
| Front hip room | 54 | 54 | 54 | 54 |
| Rear hip room | 53 | 53 | 53 | 53 |
| Front shoulder room | 59 | 59 | 59 | 59 |
| Rear shoulder room | 57 | 57 | 57 | 57 |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
2023 Chevrolet Malibu Interior Features
One of the most notable features of the Malibu, however, is its roomy interior. The 2023 Chevrolet Malibu comes with a variety of specs on the inside. You can find out more about these features in the chart below.
| Trims | LS w/1LS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | RS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 1LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 2LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 |
| Air conditioning, front | manual | manual | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic |
| Air filter | std | std | std | std |
| Underseat ducts | std | std | std | std |
| Cargo tie downs | std | std | std | std |
| Clock | in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display |
| Compass | std | std | std | std |
| Cruise control | std | std | std | std |
| Cupholders | front | front | front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | urethane | urethane | urethane | leather |
| 12V DC power outlet | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Overhead console | mini | mini | mini | mini |
| Floor console | full | full | full | full |
| Floor mats | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows | power | power | power | power |
| Rear windows | power | power | power | power |
| 1-touch window up | N/A | N/A | driver | driver |
| 1-touch window down | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Programmable garage door opener | opt | opt | opt | opt |
| Instrumentation | analog | analog | analog | digital/analog |
| Tachometer | std | std | std | std |
| Trip computer | std | std | std | std |
| Water temp gauge | std | std | std | std |
| Low fuel warning | std | std | std | std |
| Service interval warning | std | std | std | std |
| Exterior temperature display | std | std | std | std |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | N/A | N/A | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Rear window defogger | std | std | std | std |
| Rear view mirror | day-night | day-night | day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
| Remote trunk release | power | power | power | power |
| Retained accessory power | std | std | std | std |
| Seatback storage pockets | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel adjustable steering column | std | std | std | std |
| Steering wheel material | urethane | leather/metal-look | urethane | leather/metal-look |
| Cargo net | opt | opt | opt | opt |
| Adaptive cruise control | N/A | N/A | N/A | opt |
2023 Chevrolet Malibu Exterior Features
Would you like to grasp the idea which 2023 Chevrolet Malibu trim level is better equipped with such little cool exterior features like fog lights, spoiler, mud flaps, sunroof, roof racks, running boards, etc? Check out the full list of these additional features below.
| Trims | LS w/1LS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | RS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 1LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 2LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 |
| Antenna | integrated roof | integrated roof | integrated roof | integrated roof |
| Body material | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
| Paint | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents |
| Door count | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | trunk | trunk | trunk | trunk |
| Tinted windows | light | light | light | light |
| Rear window type | fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote w/tilt down |
| Heated door mirrors | N/A | N/A | std | std |
| Sunroof | N/A | N/A | 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Spoiler | lip | lip | lip | lip |
| Wheels | 16 silver aluminum | 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 17 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 19 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
| Mud flaps | opt | opt | opt | opt |
2023 Chevrolet Malibu Seats
The seats are one of the most important aspects of any car, and each 2023 Chevrolet Malibu trim level may have different seating options, so be sure to carefully compare the specifications. Some trims have leather upholstery, "memory", armrest, heated seats, and some have them only for the front passengers, while other provide them for the rear seats two.
| Trims | LS w/1LS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | RS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 1LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 2LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 |
| Front seat type | bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
| Standard seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | 6-way | 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way power |
| Lumbar support | N/A | driver | driver | driver and passenger |
| Front armrests | center | center | center | center |
| Front head restraints | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
| Heated front seats | N/A | N/A | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
| Memory | N/A | N/A | N/A | driver |
| Rear seats | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear armrest | N/A | std | std | std |
| Rear head restraints | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable |
| Seat trim | premium cloth | premium cloth | premium cloth | leather |
| Cooled front seats | N/A | N/A | N/A | driver and passenger |
2023 Chevrolet Malibu Entertainment System
Some 2023 Chevrolet Malibu trim levels have a built-in DVD player, voice recognition, while others have a touch screen display, bluetooth compatibility, navigation system. There are also a variety of different audio options, so be sure to compare the trim levels carefully to find the one that best suits your needs.
| Trims | LS w/1LS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | RS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 1LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 2LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 |
| Radio | AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
| Auxiliary input jack | std | std | std | std |
| Steering wheel audio controls | std | std | std | std |
| Voice recognition | N/A | N/A | N/A | std |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 | 6 | 9 Bose |
| Amplifier | N/A | N/A | N/A | std |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | std | std | std | std |
| Navigation system | N/A | N/A | N/A | yes with voice activation |
| 1st row LCD screen | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | std | std | std | std |
| Equalizer | automatic | automatic | automatic | automatic |
2023 Chevrolet Malibu Safety and Security Features
Each 2023 Chevrolet Malibu trim comes with a variety of safety and security features that will keep you and your family safe while on the road. Some of these features include airbags, traction control, stability control, side impact, panic alarm, blind spot sensors, parking assist, and more.
| Trims | LS w/1LS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | RS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 1LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 2LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 |
| Airbags, frontal | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Occupancy sensor | std | std | std | std |
| Traction control | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | front | front | front | front |
| Headlights | halogen | halogen | halogen | LED low beam |
| Exterior light control | auto on/off | auto on/off | auto on/off | auto on/off |
| Delay-off headlamps | std | std | std | std |
| Daytime running lights | std | std | std | std |
| Illuminated entry | std | std | std | std |
| Remote keyless entry | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
| Keyless access system | std | std | std | std |
| Panic alarm | std | std | std | std |
| Door locks | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
| Content theft deterrent alarm system | std | std | std | std |
| Ignition disable | std | std | std | std |
| Theft deterrent radio | std | std | std | std |
| Low tire pressure warning | std | std | std | std |
| Parking assist | Rear Park Assist | Rear Park Assist | Rear Park Assist | Rear Park Assist |
| Airbags, knee protection | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Lane departure warning | Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning | Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning | Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning | Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning |
| Blind spot sensor | opt | opt | opt | opt |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
| Stolen vehicle tracking | std | std | std | std |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags and/or sensors) | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
| Emergency Services | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
| Crisis Assist | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
| Remote Door Unlock | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
| Roadside Assistance | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
| Remote Horn and Lights | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
| Hands-Free Calling | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
2023 Chevrolet Malibu Mechanical Features
The 2023 Chevrolet Malibu will have different mechanical features depending on the trim level that you choose. Some of the other features that you may find in the higher-level trim levels include air suspension, brake assist, speed sensitive steering, an electronic limited slip differential, a performance exhaust system.
| Trims | LS w/1LS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | RS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 1LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 2LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 |
| Engine | 1.5L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 |
| Brakes | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake assist | std | std | std | std |
| Drive type | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
| Exhaust | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning | regular | regular | regular | regular |
| Front suspension type | strut | strut | strut | strut |
| Front anti-roll bar | std | std | std | std |
| Front shocks | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
| Rear anti-roll bar | std | std | std | std |
| Rear shocks | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Electronic stability system | StabiliTrak | StabiliTrak | StabiliTrak | StabiliTrak |
| Transmission | 2-spd CVT w/OD | 2-spd CVT w/OD | 2-spd CVT w/OD | 2-spd CVT w/OD |
| Axle ratio | 5.10 | 5.10 | 5.10 | 5.10 |
| Turbocharger | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo |
| Engine block heater | opt | opt | opt | opt |
| Remote vehicle starting system | opt | opt | std | std |
2023 Chevrolet Malibu Other Specs
In general, the 2023 Chevrolet Malibu lower-level trims will have fewer features. If you are looking for a vehicle that has all of the latest and greatest features, then you will want to choose one of the higher-level trim levels.
| Trims | LS w/1LS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | RS 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 1LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 | 2LT 4dr Sedan, Engine: 1.5L I-4 |
| Luggage capacity | 15.7 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | 15.7 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size | 1.5 liters | 1.5 liters | 1.5 liters | 1.5 liters |
| Base engine type | I-4 | I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
| Horsepower rpm | 5,700 | 5,700 | 5,700 | 5,700 |
| Torque rpm | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 |
| EPA mileage estimates | 29 City / 36 Hwy | 29 City / 36 Hwy | 29 City / 36 Hwy | 29 City / 36 Hwy |
| Driver information center | std | std | std | std |
| Lighting - map lights | front | front | front and rear | front and rear |
| Lighting - dome light | fade | fade | fade | fade |
| Lighting - cargo light | std | std | std | std |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | front | front | front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | 72/100,000 | 72/100,000 | 72/100,000 | 72/100,000 |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Warranty - Maintenance (mths/miles) | 12/12,000 | 12/12,000 | 12/12,000 | 12/12,000 |
| Tires | P205/65HR16.0 BSW AS | P245/45HR18.0 BSW AS | P225/55HR17.0 BSW AS | P245/40WR19.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
| Maximum towing capacity | 1,000 lbs. | 1,000 lbs. | 1,000 lbs. | 1,000 lbs. |
2023 Chevrolet Malibu competitors
2022 Kia K5
- MSRP $23,690 - $31,090
- Engine: 1.6L I-4
- MPG: 29 / 38
- Seating Capacity: 5
2022 Honda Accord
- MSRP $25,470 - $37,400
- Engine: 1.5L I-4
- MPG: 30 / 38
- Seating Capacity: 5
2022 Toyota Camry
- MSRP $25,845 - $36,270
- Engine: 2.5L I-4
- MPG: 28 / 39
- Seating Capacity: 5
2022 Nissan Altima
- MSRP $24,900 - $34,600
- Engine: 2.5L I-4
- MPG: 28 / 39
- Seating Capacity: 5
2023 Hyundai Sonata
- MSRP $24,950 - $34,975
- Engine: 2.5L I-4
- MPG: 28 / 38
- Seating Capacity: 5
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Chevrolet Malibu specs
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| Wheel Offset | |
| Lug Nut Size | M12 x 1.5 |
| Hub Bore Size | 70.3 mm |