2004 Chevrolet Malibu MaxxFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Gasoline Large CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
19
MPG
Highway
28
MPG
Combined
22
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 13 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
27.2MPG average+23.5% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 22 MPG · Owner reported avg: 27.2 MPG
Range: 19–35 MPG
Driving mix: City 26% / Highway 74%
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.
Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 27.2 real world MPG based on 13 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 22 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic 4-spd
Regular
City
19
Hwy
28
Comb
22
Fuel cost: $3,050/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,050 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,050
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-3,250
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 404 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 13.5 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 3.5L 6-cyl
- Transmission
- 4-speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- Sedan
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 3.5L, 6-cylinder
- Fuel Type
- Regular Gasoline
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