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2004 Chevrolet Malibu fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. Combined fuel economy ranges from 23 to 25 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 21 city / 31 highway.

At a glance

Combined
23 to 25 MPG depending on version
City and highway
21 and 31 most efficient version
Yearly fuel cost
$2,700 EPA estimate, most efficient version

Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov

Every version the EPA tested

VersionEngineDriveCityHighwayCombinedYearly fuel cost
Malibu
Automatic 4-spd
4-cyl 2.2L Front-Wheel Drive 213125 MPG $2,700
Malibu
Automatic 4-spd
6-cyl 3.5L Front-Wheel Drive 202923 MPG $2,900
EPA estimates under standard test conditions. Your mileage will vary with driving style, load and weather.

At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $2,700 per year in fuel, versus $2,900 for the least efficient.

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