Trim Report

Chevrolet Malibu Premier2021

Includes:MALI|Premier
$5,500
Starting From
159
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 159 active dealer listings as of

Min $5,500
Max $26,381
From $5,500
Fresh

Premier Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$4,100
$4K–$25K
373 listings79,692 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

2021 Chevrolet Malibu Premier Pricing

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Where to Find Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Location data for all 2021 Chevrolet Malibu trims combined

39States

Texas has the most inventory at 8%, with options spread across 39 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Chevrolet Malibu Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Chevrolet Malibu trims

Moderate

With 2 recalls and 61 complaints, the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu rates as moderate on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
61
Complaints
0
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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22V3590002022-19-05
SEATS

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechanism.

An improperly welded seat frame may not adequately restrain the driver in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2021 Chevrolet Malibu's biggest weak point? POWER TRAIN. It leads 61 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Power Train13
02Unknown Or Other13
03Electrical System6
04Electrical System,unknown Or Other5
05Electrical System,unknown Or Other,engine2
61 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Chevrolet Malibu Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Chevrolet Malibu trims

26–32mpg combined
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22-29city
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33-36hwy
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$2,100-$2,600/yr

Fuel economy for the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu ranges from 26 to 32 MPG combined across 2 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

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 city33 hwy~$2,600/yr5/10 Average

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

Premier Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu Premier

How does the Premier compare to other Chevrolet Malibu trims?

with 159 listings tracked, the Premier sits in a specific spot in the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu Premier?

Budget for standard Premier maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2021 has 2 recalls 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 Premier?

The best model year for the Chevrolet Malibu Premier comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Chevrolet Malibu overview.

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