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2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu MPG & Fuel Cost
4 model years · 18–25 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 8 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2007. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu at a glance
The 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu covers 4 model years in the EPA database (16 configurations in all), rated 18–25 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2007, costs about $2,610 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Malibu 2.2L 4-cyl FWD (25 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2005, 2006 and 2007. The best combined rating in the generation, 25 MPG, was reached in 2004, 2005 and 2007.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Gas | 18–25 MPG | $2,610–$3,630 | Ratings changed |
| 2006 | Gas | 19–24 MPG | $2,720–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2005 | Gas | 23–25 MPG | $2,610–$2,840 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 22–25 MPG | $2,610–$2,970 | First year |
What the 2007 Malibu 2.2L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$218
$2,610 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.35
Per 100 miles
$17.40
Five years
$13,050
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$1,040less a year
Class median $3,650 a year, MY2007
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2007 Chevrolet Malibu MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 25 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,720 to $2,610, $110 less.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu 2.2L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Malibu 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 30 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Maxx 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Malibu 3.9L 6-cyl | 3.9L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Maxx 3.9L 6-cyl | 3.9L 6-cyl | FWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,630 |
2006 Chevrolet Malibu MPG
19–24 MPG · $2,720–$3,440/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2005: The most efficient configuration moves from 25 to 24 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,610 to $2,720, $110 more.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu 2.2L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Malibu 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Maxx 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Malibu 3.9L 6-cyl | 3.9L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Maxx 3.9L 6-cyl | 3.9L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
2005 Chevrolet Malibu MPG
23–25 MPG · $2,610–$2,840/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,610.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu 2.2L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 32 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Malibu 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Maxx | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
2004 Chevrolet Malibu MPG
22–25 MPG · $2,610–$2,970/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu 2.2L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Malibu 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Maxx | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $2,970 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Malibu 2.2L 4-cyl FWD: $3,550 in California and $2,280 in Texas, a $1,270 difference.
- California $3,550
- Washington $3,290
- New York $2,610
- Florida $2,470
- Texas $2,280
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2007 midsize car models.
Generations
- 2000-2003 (5th gen)
- 2004-2007 (6th gen)
- 2008-2012 (7th gen)
- 2013-2015 (Epsilon II)
- 2016-2025 (E2XX)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu get?
EPA rates the 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu at 18–25 MPG combined across 16 configurations and 4 model years. The most efficient version, the 2007 Malibu 2.2L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 25 MPG (21 city, 31 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu?
The Malibu 2.2L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 25 MPG, in 2004, 2005 and 2007. The lowest top rating, 24 MPG, was in 2006.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2005, 2006 and 2007.
How does the 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000-2003 Chevrolet Malibu) is rated 21–23 MPG combined and costs $2,840–$3,110 a year to fuel; the 2004-2007 model is rated 18–25 MPG and costs $2,610–$3,630 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Malibu 2.2L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,610 a year. Across all 5 configurations the cost runs $2,610–$3,630 a year. That is a $1,020 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu 100 miles?
About $17.40 per 100 miles for the Malibu 2.2L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $17.40 and $24.20 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Malibu 2.2L 4-cyl FWD is rated 21 city and 31 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 10 MPG.
How does the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu compare with other midsize car configurations?
The Malibu 2.2L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,610 a year to fuel, $1,040 less than the class median of $3,650, and less than 8 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 152 rated midsize car configurations for MY2007, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu different from the 2006 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 25 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,720 to $2,610, $110 less. EPA lists 5 configurations for 2007 against 5 configurations for 2006. See the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu for that year.