2025 Chevrolet Malibu trim levels explained
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$6,800
- 11 trims. $24,700 to $31,500.
- Base: LS Fleet FWD. Top: LT with 2LT FWD.
All 11 trims
| Trim | MSRP | Destination | Engine | hp | Drivetrain | Transmission | MPG | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS Fleet FWD | $24,700 | $1,195 | 1.5L 4cyl | 163 hp | FWD | CVT | 31 mpg | 5 |
| LS FWD | $25,800 | $1,195 | 1.5L 4cyl | 163 hp | FWD | CVT | 31 mpg | 5 |
| 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS FWD | $25,800 | $1,195 | 1.5L 4cyl | 163 hp | FWD | CVT | 31 mpg | 5 |
| RS FWD | $26,800 | $1,195 | 1.5L 4cyl | 163 hp | FWD | CVT | 31 mpg | 5 |
| 4dr Sdn RS FWD | $26,800 | $1,195 | 1.5L 4cyl | 163 hp | FWD | CVT | 31 mpg | 5 |
| 1LT FWD | $28,100 | $1,195 | 1.5L 4cyl | 163 hp | FWD | CVT | 31 mpg | 5 |
| 4dr Sdn 1LT FWD | $28,100 | $1,195 | 1.5L 4cyl | 163 hp | FWD | CVT | 31 mpg | 5 |
| LT with 1LT FWD | $28,100 | $1,195 | 1.5L 4cyl | 163 hp | FWD | CVT | 31 mpg | 5 |
| 2LT FWD | $31,500 | $1,195 | 1.5L 4cyl | 163 hp | FWD | CVT | 31 mpg | 5 |
| 4dr Sdn 2LT FWD | $31,500 | $1,195 | 1.5L 4cyl | 163 hp | FWD | CVT | 31 mpg | 5 |
| LT with 2LT FWD | $31,500 | $1,195 | 1.5L 4cyl | 163 hp | FWD | CVT | 31 mpg | 5 |
What changes at each step
LS Fleet to LS: +$1,100
LS Fleet FWD $24,700 to LS FWD $25,800.
Same specs. Equipment only.
No equipment data.
4dr Sdn LS w/1LS to RS: +$1,000
4dr Sdn LS w/1LS FWD $25,800 to RS FWD $26,800.
Same specs. Equipment only.
No equipment data.
4dr Sdn RS to 1LT: +$1,300
4dr Sdn RS FWD $26,800 to 1LT FWD $28,100.
Same specs. Equipment only.
No equipment data.
LT with 1LT to 2LT: +$3,400
LT with 1LT FWD $28,100 to 2LT FWD $31,500.
Same specs. Equipment only.
No equipment data.
Which trim has each feature
- Cheapest trim with leather seats: 2LT FWD, $31,500.
- Cheapest trim with heated front seats: 1LT FWD, $28,100.
- Cheapest trim with a heated steering wheel: 2LT FWD, $31,500.
- Blind spot warning: optional from LS FWD, $25,800.
- Cheapest trim with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto: LS FWD, $25,800.
- Cheapest trim with navigation: 2LT FWD, $31,500.
- Cheapest trim with remote start: LS FWD, $25,800.
- Panoramic roof: optional from 1LT FWD, $28,100.
- Not on any trim: a 360 camera, a power liftgate or trunk, a third row, premium audio, heated rear seats.
S standard. O optional. N not available. Blank: no data.
| Feature | LS FWD | RS FWD | 1LT FWD | 2LT FWD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leather seats | N | N | N | S |
| Heated front seats | N | N | S | S |
| Heated steering wheel | N | N | N | S |
| 360 camera | N | N | N | N |
| Blind spot warning | O | O | O | O |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | S | S | S | S |
| Power liftgate or trunk | N | N | N | N |
| Third row | N | N | N | N |
| Navigation | N | N | N | S |
| Premium audio | N | N | N | N |
| Remote start | S | S | S | S |
| Heated rear seats | N | N | N | N |
| Panoramic roof | N | N | O | O |
No equipment data for 7 trims.
Cheapest trim with
- The most hp: every trim, 163 hp.
- The best mpg: every trim, 31 mpg.
New for 2025
Compared with 2024. Trims matched by name.
- Added: none.
- Dropped: none.
- Carried over with a price: 11 trims. Median change: $0.
| Trim | 2024 | 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| LS Fleet FWD | $24,700 | $24,700 | $0 |
| LS FWD | $25,100 | $25,800 | +$700 |
| 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS FWD | $25,100 | $25,800 | +$700 |
| RS FWD | $26,000 | $26,800 | +$800 |
| 4dr Sdn RS FWD | $26,000 | $26,800 | +$800 |
| 1LT FWD | $28,100 | $28,100 | $0 |
| 4dr Sdn 1LT FWD | $28,100 | $28,100 | $0 |
| LT with 1LT FWD | $28,100 | $28,100 | $0 |
| 2LT FWD | $31,500 | $31,500 | $0 |
| 4dr Sdn 2LT FWD | $31,500 | $31,500 | $0 |
| LT with 2LT FWD | $31,500 | $31,500 | $0 |
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What this cannot tell you
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