How much does the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu cost?

Prices have softened 8.13% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,866 listings available, which suggests a healthy amount of inventory for you to compare.

If you find a listing below $10,833.59, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu a good car?

Generally — 4.3/5 from owners and 8.33/10 from our experts point to a well-liked used sedan.

The standout strength is Technology at 10/10.

Owners consistently praise the Malibu’s comfort, modern tech, smooth driving experience, and good gas mileage. The model’s redesign also gives you a spacious interior and a family-sedan layout that works well if you want a practical daily driver with a more upscale feel.

The market also shows 25.1% of listings as good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu reliable?

Owners rate it 4.3/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owners also describe it as comfortable, dependable-feeling, and a car they can count on for everyday use, with good gas mileage and a smooth driving experience. On the road, the Malibu’s refined transmission and composed chassis support that impression of durability and consistency.

Chevrolet’s maintenance-friendly ownership experience is helped by the brand’s broader service approach, and the Malibu’s well-rounded mechanical setup adds to its appeal for long-term use.

For used buyers, the main ownership risk is that a car with this much tech and available equipment can become more expensive to sort out if prior care was inconsistent.

What should I look for when buying a used 2017 Chevrolet Malibu?

At 52.7% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the car has been in a prior collision or shows uneven panel gaps, tire wear, or paint mismatch. Focus on how the car drives, how the electronics behave, and whether the cabin and exterior condition match the seller’s description and photos.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base Malibu L starts with a lower entry price, while higher trims add more upscale presentation and equipment. The Premier trim stands out for its more premium feel, but the base car is the one most likely to leave you wanting more features.
• Powertrain: You get a turbocharged 1.5-liter 4-cylinder with a 6-speed automatic, and higher trims can bring a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder with a 9-speed automatic. The 2.0-liter setup is the stronger performer, while the 1.5-liter is the efficiency-first choice.
• Safety package: Driver Confidence adds forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, low-speed automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning with lane-change alert and rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, front and rear parking sensors, and automatic high-beam headlights. Driver Confidence II adds adaptive cruise control, full-speed-range automatic emergency braking, and parking assist. These packages are not standard on every trim.
• Infotainment: The Malibu’s MyLink system includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, OnStar subscription services, and a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot. The setup is one of the car’s strongest selling points if you want modern connectivity.
• Fuel efficiency: The Malibu Hybrid is rated at 46 mpg in combined driving, and the Premier test car returned 27.3 mpg on a test loop. The 1.5-liter turbo is described as acceptable, while the 2.0-liter turbo trades efficiency for stronger performance.

Which 2017 Chevrolet Malibu trim should I buy?

The 2017 Chevrolet Malibu is offered in 5 trim levels: L, LS, LT, Hybrid, Premier.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: The Malibu L is the most stripped-down choice, so you give up some of the richer presentation and equipment that make the car feel more modern and upscale.
• Sweet-spot trim: The LT is the best middle-ground pick if you want a more complete Malibu without jumping all the way to the premium end of the range.
• Premium/top trim: The Premier is the one to target if you want the strongest engine, the most polished driving experience, and the most upscale overall feel.
• Off-road trim: Not applicable here.

The safety-package trims are especially important on this car, because several of the most useful driver-assistance features are bundled rather than standard.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2017 Chevrolet Malibu?

This is a moderate buyer’s market, so you can shop selectively without expecting every listing to be a bargain.

• Deal availability: 25.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,866 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.13% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 52.7% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $10,833.59, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu's resale value?

The current average of $10,912 sits slightly below last year's $11,878.

That price movement suggests the Malibu has softened enough to help you buy more carefully today, but it also means future sellers may face a more competitive resale environment. If you buy well now, you may have less downside risk than someone who paid closer to last year’s average. Strong feature content and broad shopper appeal can still help support demand when it’s time to sell.

Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.3/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu safe?

It earns Top Safety Pick Plus consideration from IIHS, and the federal government gives it five-star ratings across the board, except for four-star ratings for the front passenger in a frontal impact and for rollover resistance.

It earns a 8/10 safety score from our experts.

The Malibu’s safety story is built around Driver Confidence and Driver Confidence II. The first package adds forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, low-speed automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning with lane-change alert and rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, front and rear parking sensors, and automatic high-beam headlights. The second package adds adaptive cruise control, full-speed-range automatic emergency braking, and parking assist that can steer the car into a space.

One caveat is that the headlights are rated Poor by IIHS, which keeps the car from reaching the highest safety recognition. That makes trim and option content especially important if safety is a top priority for you.

Should I buy a 2017 Chevrolet Malibu or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2017 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2017 if:

• 25.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 52.7% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.13% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.3/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• The 2017 Malibu adds strong tech, a refined driving experience, and a well-rounded redesign that still feels modern.

Consider the 2016 if:

• At $9,796, the 2016 costs less than the current year's $10,912 average.
• It brings a redesigned Malibu with more space, stronger efficiency, and meaningful tech and safety upgrades.

The bottom line: If you want the better-balanced Malibu with stronger market data and a more polished ownership proposition, the 2017 is the cleaner target. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2016 is the smarter value play, especially if you find one in strong condition with the right equipment.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from July 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.