2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited at a glance

Owner complaints811

Overall safety5 / 5 ★

Combined27 mpg

Typical price$12,873

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2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited common problems

Owners have filed 811 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Back Over Prevention

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Forward Collision Avoidance

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited safety ratings

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited MPG & running costs

Combined27 mpg

City23 mpg

Highway33 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,500

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited worth?

Low

$9,995

Typical price

$12,873

High

$17,494

From 16 comparable 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,500

Fuel only$12,500

Per mile$0.17

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited trims & engines on record

Trims

LT (1LT) · LTZ (1LZ) · LS (1LS) · LS (1FL)

Engines

2.5L 4-cyl

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited vehicles on record

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited?

Owners have filed 811 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, service brakes.

What is the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited get?

The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited has a U.S. EPA estimate of 27 mpg combined (23 city / 33 highway).

How much is a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited worth?

Comparable 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited listings run roughly $9,995–$17,494, typically around $12,873 (from 16 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.