Does the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the L FWD.
- All 10 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $225 more a year.
- 60% of 75 sedans (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sdn L FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| L FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| LS FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| 4dr Sdn RS FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| RS FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| 4dr Sdn LT FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| LT FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| 4dr Sdn Premier FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| Premier FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Chevrolet Malibu | L FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Subaru Legacy | AWD | Regular |
| 2021 Honda Insight | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Kia K5 | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Hyundai Sonata | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Volkswagen Passat | S FWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree