Does the 2025 Chevrolet Malibu need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the LS FWD.
- All 8 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $232 more a year.
- 69% of 68 sedans (2025) 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 LS w/1LS FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| LS FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| 4dr Sdn RS FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| RS FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| 1LT FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| 4dr Sdn 1LT FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| 2LT FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| 4dr Sdn 2LT FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Chevrolet Malibu | LS FWD | Regular |
| 2025 Subaru Impreza | AWD | Regular |
| 2025 Honda Civic | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2025 Mazda MAZDA3 Sport | MAZDA3 2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD | Regular |
| 2025 Volkswagen Jetta | S FWD | Regular |
| 2025 Subaru Legacy | AWD | Regular |
| 2025 Hyundai Sonata | SE 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