2025 Chevy Malibu Preview
The Malibu is a great vehicle but unfortunately the 2025 model year will be the last year of its production. This is largely due to Chevrolet focusing on its larger style vehicles and sports cars. This could also potentially be because Chevrolet is making room for the future production of the Camaro EV line. However it ends, we’re sad to see the Malibu drive off into the sunset.
Key Takeaways:
- The 2025 Malibu will be the last year of the sedan, but it will be available for sale.
- The Malibu starts at around $27,000 for the LS trim, and is as pricey as $33,000 for the high end 2LT trim.
- The 2025 Malibu uses a 1.5 liter turbocharged 4 cylinder engine that makes for 160 horsepower and pairs it with a CVT.
Are they making a 2025 Chevrolet Malibu?
Yes there will be a 2025 Chevrolet Malibu, but it will be the last iteration of the sedan. Chevrolet announced that the vehicle will be discontinued after the 2025 model year, and that no 2026 iteration will be forthcoming. This is because of decreased sales in the sedan market, with tough competition coming in the form of the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, and the Hyundai Sonata.
The large sedan segment has become a difficult one in America, as most consumers lean towards larger vehicles, and many consider sedans to be less viable than crossovers or SUVs. Not only is Chevrolet exiting the sedan industry they are choosing to focus on other projects such as the Chevy Bolt EV.
This is sad news for the once iconic Chevrolet Malibu, but good news for those who love Chevy SUV projects such as the upcoming Corvette SUV, Bolt EV or Blazer. This is the last year of the Malibu, and unfortunately we are not seeing much of a send off for the vehicle either.
How much is the 2025 Malibu?
The 2025 Malibu will start at an MSRP around $27,000 with the LS trim and then climb up to $33,000 for the top tier trim of the 2LT. The LS trim starts off with the basics, getting you into an affordable car and helping you to get here and there easily enough.
The RS trim ups the ante with more black designs throughout the interior and exterior. The 1LT trim will start around $29,300 and comes with dual AC climate control; it also features automated emergency braking and lane keeping assist. The 2LT trim is likely to offer a Bose sound system and a dual pane sunroof. The Malibu will be a great vehicle and makes for a very solid commuter car.
How much horsepower does the 2025 Chevy Malibu have?
The 2025 Chevy Malibu will have a 160 horsepower 1.5 liter turbocharged 4 cylinder engine that is available with only a continuously variable transmission (CVT). CVTs are impressive because they do not operate using specific gear ratios like the traditional transmissions we have become accustomed to.
This means that you do not have the feeling of shift points like you do in a traditional vehicle, and drivers can notice a lack of shift feel. While the Malibu was already known for its smooth driving experience, this makes it even more appreciable for the smooth ride as it lacks the feeling of shifting between gears.
Summary
The Chevrolet Malibu will go into its last year in 2025. And unfortunately will be going the way of the dodo in 2026. The vehicle will not continue on into the new year as Chevrolet focuses on other projects it has such as the upcoming Corvette SUV, and to open up more room for the production of the Bolt EV. This vehicle will be a great option for those looking to grab the last year of the once iconic Chevrolet sedan.
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