How much does the Chevrolet Malibu cost in today's market?

Used Chevrolet Malibu prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Chevrolet Malibu's current nationwide average price is $15,808, and its year-round low is $15,557.26. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model sits in today's used market. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Chevrolet Malibu a good car?

Yes — the Chevrolet Malibu is a strong used-car pick if you want comfort, space, and easy everyday drivability. The all-generations owner rating is 4.33/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Malibu for its smooth ride, roomy cabin, and fuel economy. They also highlight user-friendly tech and a stylish design that makes the car feel well suited to commuting and family use.

Expert reviews rate the 2017 and 2016 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that show up in recent expert coverage center on engine power, some trim-level feature content, and occasional quality concerns.

29.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Chevrolet Malibu models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Malibu's smooth ride, comfort, and strong fuel economy as core strengths. The car also earns praise for its roomy cabin and easy-to-use technology, which helps it feel like a practical everyday choice.

• Owners rate the Chevrolet Malibu between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, the Malibu looks like a sensible used buy when you choose carefully and verify condition, especially on older examples.

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

Across all model years, at 72.6% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Driver Confidence and Driver Confidence II option packages on the 2017 Premier trim
• Infotainment: Chevrolet MyLink with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone projection capability
• Fuel efficiency: 46 mpg in combined driving

Which Chevrolet Malibu trim should I buy?

The 2017 Chevrolet Malibu offers...

• Malibu L: The entry point starts at $22,555 and gives you the Malibu's core midsize-sedan formula, making it the starting point if you want the model's basic comfort and style at the lowest price.
• LS: This trim sits above the base model and is part of the Malibu's stepped-up lineup, giving you a more equipped version without moving all the way to the premium end.
• LT: The LT is the best-value trim if you want a balanced mix of equipment and price, and it sits in the middle of the range for shoppers who want more content without going to the top.
• Hybrid: This trim adds the hybrid powertrain and 46 mpg in combined driving, making it the efficiency-focused choice.
• Premier: The Premier trim adds the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine with 250 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, plus the most upscale equipment and the available Driver Confidence packages.

What Chevrolet Malibu do most buyers choose?

The Chevrolet Malibu years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

These higher-volume model years tend to draw the most attention because they combine broad availability with strong deal percentages. That gives you more chances to compare listings and find a price that fits your budget.

What is the Chevrolet Malibu's resale value?

Most Malibu model years are down year over year, which is good news if you're shopping used and want prices that have softened. The biggest drops are concentrated in the newer and mid-cycle years, while the older examples show smaller changes. That creates a broad spread of value across the lineup for budget-minded buyers.

The 2014, 2018, and 2015 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Chevrolet Malibu safe?

• 2017: 8/10
• 2016: 8/10
• 2014: 8/10

For the safest used buy, the 2014, 2016 and 2017 models all post the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Chevrolet Malibu now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −6.87% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −7.16%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 31.8% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 31.5%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $19,344. The Chevrolet Malibu offers a roomy cabin and a smooth ride that make it easy to live with every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Malibu buyers can choose from three different powertrains. Standard equipment includes a turbocharged 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission. You can also buy a Malibu Hybrid rated to get 46 mpg in combined driving. My test car had the turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that is exclusive to the Premier trim level. It makes 250 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.
• Tech: For 2017, the Malibu’s MyLink setup gains Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone projection capability while continuing to offer access to OnStar subscription services and a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot connection.
• Safety: The Driver Confidence Package added forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, low-speed automatic emergency braking, a blind-spot warning system with lane-change alert and rear cross-traffic alert functions, lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist systems, front and rear parking sensors, and automatic high-beam headlights. Upgrade to the Driver Confidence II Package for adaptive cruise control, full-speed-range automatic emergency braking, and a parking assist system that will steer the car into a space for the driver.
• Starting price: The base Malibu L starts at $22,555.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2026 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 14, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.