2010 Chevrolet Malibu HybridFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Hybrid Midsize CarsFront-Wheel Drive
2010 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

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City
26
MPG
Highway
34
MPG
Combined
29
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

31.3MPG average+7.9% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 29 MPG · Owner reported avg: 31.3 MPG

Driving mix: City 35% / Highway 65%

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 31.3 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 29 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic 4-spd
Regular Hybrid
City
26
Hwy
34
Comb
29
Fuel cost: $2,350/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,350

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
306 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
10.3 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.4L 4-cyl
Transmission
4-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Body Style
Sedan
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2.4L, 4-cylinder
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,322/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,081/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,011/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,139/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,339/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,333/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,892/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,389/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,247/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,301/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 29 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

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