“The trunk is small; the pocket that had been on the back of the driver's seat is now behind the passenger's seat which is useless to me, a one-passenger person. It is not a car to brag about.”
2024 Chevrolet Malibu: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2024 Chevrolet Malibu is a light-update year, not a redesign. The main change is that Rear Park Assist became standard on every non-fleet trim.
About the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu
9th generation (2016-2025), second-to-last model year; no redesign or mid-cycle refresh
Chevrolet positioned the Malibu as a straightforward midsize sedan for commuting and family use, emphasizing eye-catching sedan styling, a comfortable five-seat cabin, useful rear-seat and trunk space, and efficient turbocharged power. Its core strengths were simple controls, wireless smartphone integration and standard collision-avoidance technology. Compared with many newer rivals, it focused on familiar operation and everyday comfort rather than high performance, hybrid power or AWD capability.
The LS serves as the practical everyday version, while the RS adds a sportier look with 18-inch wheels, a rear spoiler and dual exhaust outlets without changing performance. The 1LT focuses on comfort with heated cloth front seats and dual-zone climate control. The 2LT adds the richest cabin, including leather-appointed heated and ventilated front seats, Bose audio and a heated steering wheel.
What changed, by category
Safety
Rear Park Assist became standard on non-fleet LS, RS, 1LT and 2LT models. The rest of the driver-assistance suite carried over without a major revision.
2024 Chevrolet Malibu specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 36 mpg | 36 mpg | 36 mpg | 36 mpg |
| Horsepower | 163 hp | 163 hp | 163 hp | 163 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 15.7 cu-ft | 15.7 cu-ft | 15.7 cu-ft | 15.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 38.1 in | 38.1 in | 38.1 in | 38.1 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu?
The biggest change is standard Rear Park Assist on every non-fleet 2024 Malibu trim. It uses sensors to help alert the driver to nearby objects while backing up.
Was the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu redesigned?
No, the 2024 Malibu was not redesigned. It remains part of the ninth generation introduced for 2016, with no structural, suspension or lineup-wide styling changes for this model year.
How is the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu different from the 2023 model?
The key difference is that Rear Park Assist became standard on all non-fleet 2024 trims. The engine, transmission, front-wheel-drive layout and core touchscreen system otherwise carried over.
Does every 2024 Chevrolet Malibu have Rear Park Assist?
Every non-fleet 2024 Malibu trim has standard Rear Park Assist. That covers the LS, RS, 1LT and 2LT; fleet vehicles are the exception to this lineup-wide change.
Did the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu get a new engine or touchscreen?
No, the 2024 Malibu did not get a new engine or touchscreen. All trims retain the turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine, continuously variable automatic transmission, front-wheel drive and 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
2024 Chevrolet Malibu Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu.
4.1
2024 Chevrolet Malibu
(56 reviews)
“Noisiest car I've ever driven, much less owned! Should have tested on different road surfaces. All other features were as expected.”
“Be ready to learn how to drive with many buttons. It will make driving an easy task.”