65/100

2017Midsize CarsRegular

2017 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

EPA ID: 38097

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City MPG

Combined MPG

46MPG· Excellent

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2017 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid achieves an EPA-estimated 46 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 49 MPG in the city and 43 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 1.8L 4-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (variable gear ratios), this midsize cars features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2017 Malibu Hybrid produces approximately 194 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Malibu Hybrid performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $1,300, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $4,250 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassMidsize Cars

Fuel TypeRegular

Engine1.8L 4-cyl

AspirationNaturally Aspirated

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)

Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions194 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemEquipped

GHG Score10/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$1,300

5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $4,250

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

46.1

Impact vs EPA

$-3

/ year

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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$512/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$16,000

52.1%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$5,707

18.6%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$8,600

28.0%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

1.3%

Total 5-Year Cost$30,707

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #21V649000·2021-09-17

critical

Component: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212333380.

Campaign #18V400000·2018-08-07

critical

Component: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. During servicing, a Passenger Presence System (PPS) may have been installed that was not correctly calibrated to the vehicle's seat type. As a result, the PPS may not properly identify an adult passenger from a child passenger in the front passenger seat, potentially causing the air bag to not deploy when it should, or causing the air bag to deploy when it shouldn't.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: In the event of a crash, improper air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger PPS seat service kit, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18208.

Campaign #18V358000·2018-07-02

critical

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.

Campaign #16V870000·2017-01-25

critical

Component: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Malibu vehicles manufactured on November 10, 2016. The right-hand rear side air bag inflator manifold may have insufficient welds.

Consequence & Remedy

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

38.8 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 48 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 3.2 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.