Chevrolet Malibu eAssist

20132014 · 2 configurations

Lowest
28
Average
29
Best
29

The Chevrolet Malibu eAssist has been tested by the EPA across 2 different configurations spanning model years 2013 through 2014. Over this period, the Malibu eAssist has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 28 MPG to 29 MPG, with an overall average of 29 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2014
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,150243528MPG
2013
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,050253629MPG

Historical Efficiency

2014
28
2013
29

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Malibu eAssist) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Chevrolet Malibu eAssist. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Chevrolet Chevrolet Malibu/Malibu Maxx grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
553
Total Deaths
260

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
8.0%
Fire Occurrence
2.7%
Speeding Involved
13.2%
DUI Involved
19.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

76%
Front
12%
Side
12%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes73
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2022
Fatal Crashes56
Fatalities
39
Deaths/Crash
0.70
2021
Fatal Crashes58
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.38
2020
Fatal Crashes66
Fatalities
28
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2019
Fatal Crashes63
Fatalities
29
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2018
Fatal Crashes53
Fatalities
21
Deaths/Crash
0.40
2017
Fatal Crashes49
Fatalities
24
Deaths/Crash
0.49
2016
Fatal Crashes53
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2015
Fatal Crashes44
Fatalities
31
Deaths/Crash
0.70
2014
Fatal Crashes38
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.32

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2014
4
2013
10
Critical
Moderate
Advisory