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2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited

4 trims · Sedan

Starting MSRP

$22,565 – $28,420

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Key specifications

NHTSA safety

★★★★★

5 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★★
Frontal (passenger)★★★★☆
Side (driver)★★★★★
Side (passenger)★★★★★
Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on LS

Total price (LS MSRP)

$22,565

Typical monthly

$447/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited trims

  • LS

    MSRP
    $22,565
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    24/34
    Horsepower
    197 hp
    Torque
    191 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.5L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    16.3
    Max towing
    —

  • LS Fleet

    MSRP
    $22,565
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    24/34
    Horsepower
    197 hp
    Torque
    191 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.5L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    16.3
    Max towing
    —

  • LT

    MSRP
    $23,835
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    24/34
    Horsepower
    197 hp
    Torque
    191 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.5L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    16.3
    Max towing
    —

  • LTZ

    MSRP
    $28,420
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    24/34
    Horsepower
    197 hp
    Torque
    191 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.5L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    16.3
    Max towing
    —

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type
LSgas
LS Fleetgas
LTgas
LTZgas
Fuel type
LSregular unleaded
LS Fleetregular unleaded
LTregular unleaded
LTZregular unleaded
Cylinders
LSI4
LS FleetI4
LTI4
LTZI4
Displacement
LS2.5 L
LS Fleet2.5 L
LT2.5 L
LTZ2.5 L
Horsepower
LS197 hp
LS Fleet197 hp
LT197 hp
LTZ197 hp
Torque
LS191 lb-ft
LS Fleet191 lb-ft
LT191 lb-ft
LTZ191 lb-ft
Transmission
LS6-speed shiftable automatic
LS Fleet6-speed shiftable automatic
LT6-speed shiftable automatic
LTZ6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain
LSfront wheel drive
LS Fleetfront wheel drive
LTfront wheel drive
LTZfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type
LSSedan
LS FleetSedan
LTSedan
LTZSedan
Doors
LS4
LS Fleet4
LT4
LTZ4
Seating
LS5
LS Fleet5
LT5
LTZ5
Length
LS191.5 in
LS Fleet191.5 in
LT191.5 in
LTZ191.5 in
Width
LS73 in
LS Fleet73 in
LT73 in
LTZ73 in
Height
LS57.6 in
LS Fleet57.6 in
LT57.6 in
LTZ57.6 in
Wheelbase
LS107.8 in
LS Fleet107.8 in
LT107.8 in
LTZ107.8 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity
LS16.3 cu ft
LS Fleet16.3 cu ft
LT16.3 cu ft
LTZ16.3 cu ft
Fuel tank
LS15.8 gal
LS Fleet15.8 gal
LT18.5 gal
LTZ18.5 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG
LS27
LS Fleet27
LT27
LTZ27
City MPG
LS24
LS Fleet24
LT24
LTZ24
Highway MPG
LS34
LS Fleet34
LT34
LTZ34

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2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited FAQ

How much does the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited cost?
The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited has a starting MSRP of $22,565, ranging up to $28,420 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes LS from $22,565; LS Fleet from $22,565; LT from $23,835; LTZ from $28,420.
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited?
The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited achieves up to 27 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited have?
The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited offers up to 16.3 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
Is the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited safe?
The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing.
How many trims does the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited come in?
The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited is available in 4 trims across Sedan body styles with front wheel drive.