Trim Report

Chevrolet Malibu RS2015

Includes:MALI|RS
$4,100
Starting From
613
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 613 active dealer listings as of

Min $4,100
Max $28,918
From $4,100
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RS Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$775
$775–$19K
225 listings124,556 avg miles
Classic
From$1,000
4 listings|$1K–$5K
Eco
From$1,999
16 listings|$2K–$9K
L
From$11,499
3 listings|$11K–$13K
LS
From$900
1,633 listings|$900–$100K
LT
From$750
7,129 listings|$750–$33K
LTZ
From$500
136 listings|$500–$19K
Premier
From$5,500
159 listings|$6K–$26K
RS
From$4,100
613 listings|$4K–$29K

2015 Chevrolet Malibu RS Pricing

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Where to Find Chevrolet Malibu RS

Location data for all 2015 Chevrolet Malibu trims combined

39States

8% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 39 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Chevrolet Malibu Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2015 Chevrolet Malibu trims

High Concern

The 2015 Chevrolet Malibu has a high safety risk profile with 2 recall campaigns and 263 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

2
Recalls
263
Complaints
17
Crashes
9
Fires
Recall Findings
16V5020002016-05-07
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.

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15V1640002015-23-03
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles October 24, 2011, to March 5, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the Slide or Tilt switch for the roof panel may not be adequately recessed to prevent the switch from inadvertently being pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems."

The Slide or Tilt roof panel switch may inadvertently be pressed and the roof panel may auto-close unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a pinch injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 263 owners have filed complaints about the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. AIR BAGS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Air Bags38
02Electrical System23
03Engine20
04Unknown Or Other18
05Power Train16
263 total across 1 model years (2015–2015)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Chevrolet Malibu Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2015 Chevrolet Malibu trims

24–29mpg combined
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21-25city
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29-36hwy
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$2,350-$2,800/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu returns 24–29 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Malibu - Automatic (S6)
29mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city36 hwy~$2,350/yr7/10 Clean
Malibu - Automatic (S6)
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$2,800/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the RS Worth It?

Common questions about the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu RS

How does the RS compare to other Chevrolet Malibu trims?

Every Chevrolet Malibu trim targets a different buyer. The 2015 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu RS?

The RS shares its core mechanicals with other Chevrolet Malibu trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for air bags issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2015 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Chevrolet Malibu RS?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Chevrolet Malibu RS year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Chevrolet Malibu overview compares all years side by side.

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