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2007 Chevrolet Malibu MPG & fuel economy

The 2007 Chevrolet Malibu is a midsize car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 25 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2006 model. Among 47 midsize cars rated for 2007, it ranks 12th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,860 a year to fuel.

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Combined 25 MPG 21 MPG city · 31 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,860 15,000 mi/yr · $12.40 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2007 #12 of 47 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2007 Chevrolet Malibu's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway3113.27.6
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 2007 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius46 MPG $1,011
  2. 2Toyota Camry Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  3. 3Nissan Altima Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  4. 4Nissan Sentra28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Hyundai Elantra28 MPG $1,661
  6. 12Chevrolet Malibu25 MPG $1,860
  7. 47Ferrari 612 Scaglietti12 MPG $4,938
2007 MalibuOther midsize carsClass median: $2,325/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Malibu MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Malibu		 Gas 21 MPG 31 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Malibu		 Gas 19 MPG 30 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Malibu Maxx		 Gas 18 MPG 28 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 3.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Malibu		 Gas 16 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
FWD · 3.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Malibu Maxx		 Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.2L 4-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
101 cu ft
Cargo volume
15 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
355 g/mi

2007 Chevrolet Malibu vs. rivals

vs Nissan Altima 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Altima saves $72/yr vs Chrysler Sebring 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Malibu saves $78/yr vs Kia Optima 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Saturn Aura Hybrid 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Aura Hybrid saves $138/yr vs Honda Accord 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Accord saves $72/yr vs Kia Spectra 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Spectra saves $72/yr vs Ford Fusion 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Malibu saves $162/yr vs Mercury Milan 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Malibu saves $162/yr vs Honda Accord Hybrid 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Accord Hybrid saves $138/yr vs Nissan Altima Hybrid 34 MPG · $1,368/yr Altima Hybrid saves $492/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu?

Up to 25 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway); ratings range from 18 to 25 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu?

The 2007 Chevrolet Malibu's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu per year?

About $1,860 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.40 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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