2020 Chevrolet Malibu: reliability, problems and cost to own
FairBelow average
It scores 28 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize sedans. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $12,931 to own, including $3,382 in repairs.
These are estimates, not guarantees. They come from public NHTSA complaint and recall data and EPA fuel economy, assuming 5 years of ownership and 12,000 miles a year. Change the assumptions or see how it works.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners.
Check whether a specific car still has open recalls with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Not especially. It scores 28 out of 100, below average for midsize sedans; the 2015 scored better.
Is the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu reliable?
It scores 28 out of 100 against other midsize sedans from 2015 to 2024, which is below average. Based on 199 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $3,382 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
How much does a 2020 Chevrolet Malibu cost to own?
About $12,931 over 5 years: $3,174 in lost value, $3,382 in repairs and $6,375 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $12,799 today.
What are the best years of the Chevrolet Malibu?
Of the years we rate, the 2015 scores best (63/100) and the 2018 worst (11/100).
How many recalls does the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu have?