Compare 2021 Chevrolet Malibu - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $22,270 | $24,970 | $23,950 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $22,248 | $23,807 | $23,006 |
| Destination | $995 | $1,015 | $1,005 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Dual Zone Automatic | Manual |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | N/A | N/A | Dual |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Cargo Net | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-dash |
| Compass | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | N/A | N/A |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Ashtray | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Overhead Console | Mini | Mini With Storage | Mini |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Digital/analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | N/A | Power |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | N/A | 1 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 4-way | 6-way |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | Full Bench | 60-40 Bench |
| Rear Armrest | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Fixed |
| Seat Trim | Premium Cloth | Cloth | Premium Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM/HD, Seek-scan |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Speakers | 6 | 4 | 6 |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | SmartVent 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 |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | HondaLink | N/A |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | N/A | N/A |
| Emergency Services | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | N/A | N/A |
| Crisis Assist | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Door Unlock | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | N/A | N/A |
| Roadside Assistance | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Horn And Lights | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | N/A | N/A |
| Hands-Free Calling | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | N/A | N/A |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | LED Low Beam | LED Low/high Beam |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| LED Taillights | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | N/A | Standard | Lane Keeping Assist |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Maintenance (12 Month/12,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Powertrain (120 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (84 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Accessories (12 Month/unlimited Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 120 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 84 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 12 Months/12,000 Miles | N/A | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | Body-colored | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Black W/chrome Accents | Chrome | Chrome |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Spoiler | N/A | Lip | N/A |
| Front Tires | P205/65HR16.0 BSW AS | P225/50VR17.0 BSW AS | P205/65HR16.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 16" Silver Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum | 16" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 1.5L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Turbo | N/A |
| Brakes | DuraLife 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | StabiliTrak | Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | N/A | N/A | SHIFTRONIC |
| Transmission | 2-spd CVT W/OD | 2-spd CVT W/OD | 8-spd W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 5.10 | 3.24 | 3.20 |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 194.2 " | 196.1 " | 192.9 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 73.0 " | 73.3 " | 73.2 " |
| Exterior Height | 57.3 " | 57.1 " | 56.9 " |
| Engine | 1.5L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 160 @ 5,700 Rpm | 192 @ 5,500 Rpm | 191 @ 6,100 Rpm |
| Torque | 184 @ 2,500 Rpm | 192 @ 1,600 Rpm | 181 @ 4,000 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - City | 29 Mpg | 30 Mpg | 28 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 36 Mpg | 38 Mpg | 38 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 8.9 Seconds | 8.8 Seconds | 7.7 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 16.7 Seconds | 16.7 Seconds | 15.8 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 81 Mph | 91 Mph | 89 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .9 | .8 |
| Slalom Speed | 59 Mph | 61 Mph | 59 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 2.91/3.40 " | 2.87/3.52 " | 3.48/4.00 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,126 Lbs. | 3,150 Lbs. | 3,120 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | N/A | 4,354 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 1,000 Lbs. | N/A | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 " | 111.4 " | 111.8 " |
| Front Track | 62.6 " | 63.0 " | 63.5 " |
| Rear Track | 62.5 " | 63.4 " | 63.8 " |
| Turning Radius | 18.5 '' | 19.1 '' | 17.9 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | N/A | N/A | .27 |
| Front Legroom | 41.5 " | 42.3 " | 46.1 " |
| Rear Legroom | 38.1 " | 40.4 " | 34.8 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.1 " | 39.5 " | 40.0 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.5 " | 37.3 " | 38.4 " |
| Front Hip Room | 54.1 " | 55.3 " | 54.6 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 53.4 " | 55.0 " | 54.4 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 58.5 " | 58.3 " | 57.9 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 57.1 " | 56.5 " | 56.1 " |
| Luggage Volume | 15.7 Cu.ft. | 16.7 Cu.ft. | 16.0 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 15.7 Cu.ft. | 16.7 Cu.ft. | 16.0 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 103 Cu.ft. | 106 Cu.ft. | 104 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 15.8 Gal. | 14.8 Gal. | 14.8 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | Poor | N/A | N/A |
| Cost Per Mile | $0.85 | N/A | N/A |
| Depreciation | $14,992 | N/A | N/A |
| Fees and Taxes | $2,330 | N/A | N/A |
| Fuel Cost | $5,712 | N/A | N/A |
| Insurance | $8,969 | N/A | N/A |
| Maintenance | $4,131 | N/A | N/A |
| Repairs | $1,792 | N/A | N/A |
| Opportunity Costs | $552 | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost | $42,403 | N/A | N/A |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Side | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Driver's | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Side - Pole | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Front | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | good | good | good |
| Overall Evaluation | marginal | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Hip/Thigh | good | good | good |
| Structure and Safety Cage | acceptable | good | good |
| Lower Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Roof Strength | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Ease of Use | marginal | good | acceptable |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Front Crash Prevention | superior | superior | superior |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
