Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

20082019 · 7 configurations

Lowest
27
Average
38
Best
46

The Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid has been tested by the EPA across 7 different configurations spanning model years 2008 through 2019. Over this period, the Malibu Hybrid has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 27 MPG to 46 MPG, with an overall average of 38 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.

Historical Efficiency

2019
46
2018
46
2017
46
2016
46
2010
29
2009
29
2008
27

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Malibu Hybrid) 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 Hybrid. 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
1,699
Total Deaths
997

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
8.7%
Fire Occurrence
4.5%
Speeding Involved
16.4%
DUI Involved
17.5%
Primary Impact Zone

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

78%
Front
14%
Side
8%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes227
Fatalities
122
Deaths/Crash
0.54
2022
Fatal Crashes223
Fatalities
125
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2021
Fatal Crashes271
Fatalities
165
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2020
Fatal Crashes214
Fatalities
133
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2019
Fatal Crashes176
Fatalities
104
Deaths/Crash
0.59
2018
Fatal Crashes181
Fatalities
105
Deaths/Crash
0.58
2017
Fatal Crashes155
Fatalities
96
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2016
Fatal Crashes100
Fatalities
65
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2015
Fatal Crashes92
Fatalities
56
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2014
Fatal Crashes60
Fatalities
26
Deaths/Crash
0.43

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2018
3
2017
1
2016
10
2010
1
2009
2
2008
5
Critical
Moderate
Advisory