Chevrolet Malibu
Every Chevrolet Malibu generation in the Burbles catalogue — complete specs, rarity tiers, interactive 3D cards, and the collectors who have spotted them on the street.
- Lineage Span
- 1978–2025 6 generations · 33 published trims
- Power Evolution
- 85 → 182 hp Base lead-trim output across eras
- Catalogue Rarity
- 6 Graded 6 Rare/Common
All 6 Chevrolet Malibu Generations
Each generation deals in its rarity tier’s alloy with its engine disc, lead specs, and first spotter record. Click into any generation for full trims and market figures.
When Chevrolet stopped building this Malibu, it wasn't just one more discontinued sedan: it was the last sedan of any kind the brand sold in America.
The 2013 Malibu was the first one built for the whole planet at once — it replaced not just the old North American Malibu but GM Korea's entire lineup of cars sold worldwide under other names.
The redesigned 2008 Malibu won North American Car of the Year and then backed it up in the showroom — GM's mid-size market share jumped from 5.7% to 8.4% in a single year, even as rental-fleet sales actually fell.
The Malibu Maxx wagon stacked two glass roof panels — a fixed one over the back seats and an optional sunroof up front — on a car nobody expected to go this fancy.
This Malibu won Motor Trend's Car of the Year for 1997 — a verdict Car and Driver savaged in 2009, calling it undeserving next to its rivals.
The Malibu name only exists because Chevrolet retired the Chevelle in 1978 and renamed the downsized replacement after it.
Collectors Who Spotted the Chevrolet Malibu
No member has published a public street spot of the Chevrolet Malibu yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
Chevrolet Malibu Generation-by-Generation Comparison
Lead figures across every published generation, newest to oldest. Select any generation to inspect all trims and engine options.
| Generation | Years | Tier & Rarity | Engine | Power & Torque | 0–60 mph | Weight | Trims | First Spotter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9th Gen Malibu9th Gen | 2016–2025 | Uncommon | 1.5L I4 | 160 hp · 184 lb-ft | — | — | 7 trims → | Unclaimed |
| 8th Gen Malibu8th Gen | 2013–2015 | Uncommon | 2.4L I4 | 182 hp · 172 lb-ft | — | — | 3 trims → | Unclaimed |
| 7th Gen Malibu7th Gen | 2008–2012 | Uncommon | 2.4L I4 | 164 hp · 159 lb-ft | — | — | 3 trims → | Unclaimed |
| 6th Gen Malibu6th Gen | 2004–2007 | Uncommon | 2.2L I4 | 144 hp · 155 lb-ft | — | — | 5 trims → | Unclaimed |
| 5th Gen Malibu5th Gen | 1997–2003 | Uncommon | 2.4L I4 | 150 hp · 155 lb-ft | — | — | 2 trims → | Unclaimed |
| Malibu (1978–1983)A-body/G-body | 1978–1983 | Rare | 4.3L V6 | 85 hp | — | — | 13 trims → | Unclaimed |
See a Chevrolet Malibu on the street, point Burbles at it, and that generation’s card goes in your binder with your own photo and serial number. Own one? Add it to your garage in the app.