Trim Report

Chevrolet Malibu LS2020

Includes:MALI|LS
$900
Starting From
1,633
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 1,633 active dealer listings as of

Min $900
Max $99,999
From $900
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LS Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$4,800
$5K–$24K
601 listings86,231 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

2020 Chevrolet Malibu LS Pricing

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Where to Find Chevrolet Malibu LS

Location data for all 2020 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 2020 Chevrolet Malibu trims

High Concern

Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 178 complaints for the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu, a high safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

1
Recalls
178
Complaints
9
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
21V6490002021-20-08
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners.

An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 178 issues reported over 1 model years, power train problems are the most common for the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Power Train25
02Electrical System19
03Unknown Or Other16
04Engine14
05Service Brakes8
178 total across 1 model years (2020–2020)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Chevrolet Malibu Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2020 Chevrolet Malibu trims

26–32mpg combined
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22-29city
·
32-36hwy
·
$2,100-$3,150/yr

The 2020 Chevrolet Malibu delivers 26 to 32 MPG combined across 2 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Malibu - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
32mpg
1.5L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
29 city36 hwy~$2,100/yr7/10 Clean
Malibu - Automatic 9-spd
26mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city32 hwy~$3,150/yr5/10 Average

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

Is the LS Worth It?

Common questions about the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu LS

How does the LS compare to other Chevrolet Malibu trims?

The LS occupies a distinct position in the Chevrolet Malibu range. See how it stacks up on the 2020 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu LS?

Budget for standard LS maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2020 has 1 recall on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Chevrolet Malibu LS?

For the LS, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Chevrolet Malibu buyer's guide.

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