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2014 Chevrolet Malibu: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2014 Chevrolet Malibu received an unusually early refresh just one year after its redesign. The main change was a broad update that revised the front end, improved rear-seat space, retuned the way the car drives, and updated both four-cylinder engines.
About the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu
8th generation Malibu (2013-2015), second year; Chevrolet gave it an early refresh for 2014 one year after the redesign.
Chevrolet positioned the Malibu as a quiet, comfortable midsize sedan with a more upscale cabin feel than many mainstream rivals. The core pitch centered on everyday fuel economy, easy-to-use touchscreen tech, and a calm highway ride rather than sporty handling. In this class, Malibu’s biggest selling points were its hushed interior, clean design, and efficient four-cylinder drivetrains, including stop/start on most 2.5-liter versions and the limited-availability Eco mild-hybrid model.
The 2014 Malibu ranges from the straightforward LS to the LT with a 7-inch touchscreen and the LTZ with leather and heated front seats. The short-lived Eco uses an eAssist mild-hybrid system, while turbo versions of the LT and LTZ provide stronger acceleration.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Most Malibus with the 2.5-liter engine gained automatic stop/start and an updated six-speed automatic transmission, improving city fuel economy. The 2.0-liter turbo engine received a major torque increase.
Styling
Chevrolet revised the front-end design. The Eco also made fog lights standard.
Tech
The Eco made remote start and a power driver seat standard.
Structural
Slimmer front seatbacks created about 1.25 inches of additional rear knee room, and a redesigned center console improved storage. Chevrolet also retuned the steering, brakes, and suspension for a more composed drive.
2014 Chevrolet Malibu specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, eAssist, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Manual Mode | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Manual Mode | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Manual Mode | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Manual Mode |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 25 mpg | 21–25 mpg | 25 mpg | 21–25 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 36 mpg | 30–36 mpg | 36 mpg | 30–36 mpg |
| Horsepower | 196 hp | 196–295 hp | 182 hp | 196–295 hp |
| Torque | 191 lb-ft | 191–259 lb-ft | 172 lb-ft | 191–259 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 16.3 cu-ft | 16.3 cu-ft | 13.2 cu-ft | 16.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.8 in | 36.8 in | 36.8 in | 36.8 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| HID Headlights | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Bluetooth | ||||
| Built-In Hard Drive | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu fully redesigned?
No. The 2014 Malibu was an early mid-cycle update of the generation introduced for 2013, not a full redesign. Its styling, cabin packaging, chassis tuning, and main engines were revised.
Does the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu have automatic stop/start?
Yes, most 2014 Malibu models with the 2.5-liter engine have automatic stop/start, which shuts off the engine while the car is stopped to reduce fuel use. The Eco also uses stop/start as part of its eAssist mild-hybrid system.
Did the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu get more rear-seat room?
Yes. Slimmer front seatbacks added about 1.25 inches of rear knee room in the 2014 Malibu, addressing one of the concerns with the 2013 redesign.
What changed on the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu turbo?
The 2014 Malibu's 2.0-liter turbo engine received a major increase in torque, giving turbo versions of the LT and LTZ stronger acceleration.
Is the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu meaningfully different from the 2013 model?
Yes. The 2014 Malibu has revised front styling, more rear knee room, better center-console storage, retuned steering, brakes, and suspension, plus powertrain updates. It is a substantial early refresh rather than a simple carryover.
2014 Chevrolet Malibu Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2014 Chevrolet Malibu
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“2014 Chevy Malibu LT. I prefer the newer Chevy Malibu because it's better on gas and mileage. My car seems to go up on mileage by itself at times maybe because it's a old car I'm not sure.”