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Free Chevrolet Malibu VIN Decoder

Look up available Chevrolet Malibu vehicle details and compare engine, transmission and body variants. The results depend on the VIN and market; the catalog does not confirm a car’s exact factory equipment. 15 listed variants. Free, no registration.

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1996–? 15 variants Sedan Petrol
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Chevrolet Malibu specs by variant

All 15 listed variants, grouped by fuel and gearbox. Open a group and compare the listed years, engine, power and emissions. On a small screen, scroll the table sideways.

Petrol · AUTOMATIC 11 variants
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
2.0L VVT 9AT FWD (250 HP) 2018–? Petrol 2.0 L 247 bhp AUTOMATIC 9sp FWD —
1.8L FHEV 1AT FWD (185 HP) 2018–? Petrol 1.8 L 122 bhp AUTOMATIC 1sp FWD —
2.0L 8AT FWD (250 HP) 2016–2018 Petrol 2.0 L 247 bhp AUTOMATIC 8sp FWD —
1.5L 6AT FWD (160 HP) 2016–2018 Petrol 1.5 L 161 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
2.0L SIDI 6AT FWD (262 HP) 2012–2016 Petrol 2.0 L 259 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
2.5L ECOTEC 6AT FWD (198 HP) 2012–2016 Petrol 2.5 L 197 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
3.6L V6 DOHC 6AT (252 HP) 2008–2012 Petrol 3.6 L 252 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
2.4L 4AT (169 HP) 2008–2012 Petrol 2.4 L 169 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp FWD —
2.4L 6AT (169 HP) 2008–2012 Petrol 2.4 L 169 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
3.1L V6 4AT (152 HP) 1996–2003 Petrol 3.1 L 150 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp FWD —
2.2L 4AT (141 HP) 1996–2003 Petrol 2.2 L 139 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp FWD —
Petrol · CVT 1 variant
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
1.5L VVT CVT FWD (163 HP) 2018–? Petrol 1.5 L 161 bhp CVT FWD —
Fuel not listed · AUTOMATIC 3 variants
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
1.8L 6AT FWD 2016–2018 — 1.8 L — AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
2.4L Flexfuel 4AT (174 HP) 2008–2012 — 2.4 L 175 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp FWD —
2.4i 4AT (164 HP) 2008–2012 — 2.4 L 162 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp FWD —

Specification reference from cardata.wiki. A question mark means a year boundary is missing from the source, not that production continues. An empty field means the source did not provide that value. Confirm the fitted engine, transmission and equipment against the car’s documents. How specification matching works.

Using the Chevrolet Malibu specifications

Start with the car’s year, body and engine, then compare the matching row. Several variants may share a model name while differing in power, transmission or drive layout. If the advert conflicts with the registration or manufacturer documents, resolve the mismatch before relying on the specifications. A VIN lookup can help narrow the comparison, but does not replace a build record or inspection.

Other Malibu generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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Chevrolet Malibu VIN FAQ

What can a Chevrolet Malibu VIN lookup show?+
It can return available vehicle details and related model data. A catalog variant list does not prove the exact engine, gearbox or factory equipment fitted to your car. Recall campaigns are model-level matches, not confirmation of an outstanding repair for your VIN.
Where should I check the Chevrolet Malibu identification number?+
Compare the number on the registration document with the vehicle’s identification markings. Common locations on modern vehicles include the windscreen base and a door-jamb label, but the owner’s manual is the reference for the correct location on your version.
What do the Chevrolet Malibu dates in this catalog mean?+
The source lists years 1996–? across 15 variants. A question mark means a year boundary was not supplied. These are catalog dates, not a verified production history or an individual vehicle’s build date.
Is the Chevrolet Malibu VIN check free?+
Yes. The available decode, specifications and model-level results are free without an account. An optional paid history report may contain additional records depending on the car and market.

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