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2018 CHEVROLET MALIBU PREMIER (2LZ)
Sedan/Saloon · 4-door · Gasoline
VIN 1G1ZE5SX3JF118051
FINAL ASSEMBLY POINT: KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
FINAL ASSEMBLY POINT: KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
Powertrain & mechanical
- EngineIn-Line 4-cyl, 2 L
- Engine modelLTG - Spark Ignited Direct injection, Variable Valve Timing, ALUM DOHC, DCVCP TURBO, E0-E100, ALUM
- Valve trainDual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
- TransmissionAutomatic, 9-speed
- Drive typeFWD/Front-Wheel Drive
- GVWRClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
- PlantFairfax Assembly
Standard safety equipment
- Front airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
- Side airbags1st and 2nd Rows
- Curtain airbagsAll Rows
- Knee airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
- Seat beltsManual
- ABSStandard
- Stability control (ESC)Standard
- Traction controlStandard
- Tire pressure monitoringDirect
- Backup cameraStandard
- Forward collision warningOptional
- Automatic emergency brakingOptional
- Lane departure warningOptional
- Lane keep assistOptional
- Blind spot monitorOptional
- Adaptive cruise controlOptional
- Daytime running lightsStandard
- Keyless ignitionStandard
Body & dimensions
- Body styleSedan/Saloon
- Doors4
- Seats5 (2 rows)
- Wheelbase111.4 in
- Front wheels18 in
- Top speed130 mph
- TurboYes
Pricing & value
- Base MSRP (public record)$31,020
- Estimated market value$17,275
- Retail range$14,608 – $19,941
Market value: retail-listing estimate (VinAudit) for this vehicle.
Safety recalls (6)
- Air bags:sensor:occupant classification
- Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
- Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Top 3 of 6 campaigns shown. Check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
EPA Fuel Economy and Environment
26combined
MPG
MPG
22 city
32 highway
32 highway
Annual fuel cost
$2,900
You spend $3,500 more in fuel over 5 years vs the average new vehicle
$2,900
You spend $3,500 more in fuel over 5 years vs the average new vehicle
Greenhouse gas 5/10
Smog rating 5/10
CO2 344 g/mi
matched to EPA record: Malibu — Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo, Front-Wheel Drive. Cost assumes 15,000 mi/yr at current EPA fuel prices (regular $4.1/gal). Actual results will vary. Source: fueleconomy.gov
GOVERNMENT 5-STAR SAFETY RATINGS
- Overall vehicle score★★★★★
- Frontal crash — driver★★★★★
- Frontal crash — passenger★★★★☆
- Side crash★★★★★
- Rollover★★★★☆
Star ratings range from 1 to 5 stars (★★★★★) with 5 being the highest. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nhtsa.gov
Vehicle data: NHTSA vPIC · EPA fueleconomy.gov · NHTSA safety ratings & recalls · Aug 9, 2026 · vincheck.me
