The 2025 Chevy Malibu: Breaking Down the Mid-Size Trim Levels

1. LS

The lineup begins with the LS, an athletic sedan powered by a 163-horsepower 1.5-liter turbo engine. Chevy’s entry-level Malibu boasts the same sleek body as the rest of the range, with model-specific elements, such as a black and chrome grille, automatic halogen headlights, and 16-inch aluminum wheels.

Inside, the plush cabin features six-way manually adjustable bucket seats at the front. At the center of the infotainment system is an eight-inch diagonal touchscreen with wireless smartphone compatibility, voice recognition, and Bluetooth audio streaming. There’s also a six-speaker audio system to keep everyone entertained on the road.

Driver-Assist Features

Chevy equips every Malibu, including the LS, with a comprehensive suite of assistive technologies. Forward collision alert, automatic emergency braking, and front pedestrian braking help improve safety on busy city streets, while the following distance indicator, lane keeping assist, and lane departure warning provide welcome assistance on the highway. Drivers also have a rearview camera and rear park assist to help with reversing and parking.

2. RS

An exterior makeover makes the RS the sportiest-looking Malibu. The bowtie emblems and badges adorning the front and back become black. A spoiler and twin tailpipes with polished tips now adorn the rear. Inside, drivers receive a wrapped steering wheel and an eight-way power seat with adjustable lumbar support.

3. 1LT

Next is the 1LT, a more sophisticated Malibu that has the styling of the RS but gains 17-inch wheels, heated power mirrors, and LED daytime running lights. The cabin is now heated and cooled by dual-zone automatic climate control, and front passengers can enjoy instant warmth with their heated seats. Rear occupants now have somewhere to place their drinks thanks to cup holders integrated into the new center armrest.

4. 2LT

LED headlights and 19-inch wheels help the 2LT stand out from the rest of the Malibu range. As Chevy’s top trim, the 2LT boasts all the bells and whistles you’d expect in a luxury sedan, such as LED headlights, perforated leather surfaces, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, ambient lighting, and ventilated front seats.

An infotainment upgrade introduces an integrated navigation system to the touchscreen and a nine-speaker Bose audio system. Drivers can now choose how they view data on their larger configurable eight-inch instrument cluster.

With Chevy announcing the retirement of the Malibu, this is your last chance to own this sporty sedan. Stop by Don Nester Auto Group Houghton Lake in Houghton Lake, MI today, to explore the full Malibu range and find the one that best suits your lifestyle.

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