2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited review
Chevrolet Malibu Limited highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Handsome exterior styling
- Comfortable interior with good cargo space
- Comes in a variety of trim levels
Cons
- The only engine is a four-cylinder
- Front-wheel drive only
- Rear seat could be a bit larger
Mileage (EPA estimate)
24 city, 34 highway, 27 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
Practical simplicity
The 2016 Malibu Limited is a midsize sedan with three trim levels to choose from — the LS, LT, and LTZ. All versions are powered by a 2.5L four-cylinder engine that puts out 197 horsepower and 191 lb-ft of torque. The base LS is pretty well-equipped, but if you're looking for more comfort and convenience, take a look at the LT which adds a larger seven-inch touchscreen and additional tech upgrades.
All Chevrolet Malibu Limited years
- 2016
5 reasons to buy the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited
1. Spacious trunk
If your next vehicle needs to have a bit more room in the back, take a look at the 2016 Malibu Limited. With an above-average 16.3 cu-ft of cargo space, you'll have more room for groceries or luggage. Plus, the 60/40-split rear seat backs fold to deliver even more space.
2. Great standard features
Take a look at the base LS if you want a value-packed entry-level sedan. It has a pretty long list of features including automatic headlights, cruise control, OnStar® (with available 4G LTE and mobile WiFi), and Bluetooth® phone connectivity.
3. It's got some technology
You'll find that the LT trim is the sweet spot for technology upgrades. It features a larger seven-inch touchscreen, voice controls, internet radio, smartphone app integration with a nice voice-to-text messaging capability (for certain smartphones), Bluetooth® streaming audio, and available satellite radio.
4. Great highway mpg rating
The open road is calling, and the 2016 Malibu Limited gets pretty solid mpg. It has an EPA-estimated 27 mpg combined with a notable 33 mpg highway on the highway (23 mpg city) from the four-cylinder engine.
5. Comfortable interior
The 2016 Malibu Limited not only comes with a host of standard and available comfort features, but it also has a comfortable and quiet interior. With reports of low levels of wind and road noise, it is sure to be a great daily driver or long-distance cruiser. Add in a refined suspension, and you might have just found your new ride.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
3.8 out of 5
12 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 6 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 2 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 2 |
| 1 Star | 1 |
RepairPal gave the Chevrolet Malibu Limited an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Chevrolet Malibu Limited 4th out of 28 among Midsize Cars.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Chevrolet Malibu Limited is $415, compared to an average of $430 for Midsize Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Chevrolet Malibu Limited owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 0.5 times per year, compared to an average of 0.9 times for Midsize Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 9% for the Chevrolet Malibu Limited, compared to an average of 12% for Midsize Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Chevrolet Malibu Limited features and specs
LS 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Spoiler
- Remote Start
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
15.8
Wheelbase
107.8"
Overall length
191.5"
Width
73"
Height
57.6"
Leg room
F 42.1"/R 36.8"
Head room
F 39"/R 37.5"
Front tires
P215/60R16
Rear tires
P215/60R16
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited FAQ
The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- LS : 24 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- LT : 24 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- LTZ : 24 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
The Chevrolet Malibu Limited received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Chevrolet Malibu Limited as 3 out of 28 among Midsize Car
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