The Chevrolet Malibu IX is a sedan produced from 2016 to 2024. It is the 2nd of 2 generations of the Malibu in our catalog.
Engines: 1.5 Turbo (LFV (Ecotec 1.5T)), 163 hp. Transmission: automatic; front-wheel drive. Length 4,923 mm, wheelbase 2,829 mm, fuel tank 59 L.
Facelift: 2018. Sold in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan; assembled in Uzbekistan.
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
Gearbox: GM 6T30/6T40/6T45, etc.
- broken wave spring in the 3-5-R clutch pack (6T40/6T45)
- jerks when the valve body wears
What to check when buying: loss of 3rd/5th gear and reverse; shift shocks.
Tip: Oil every 60k km; avoid hard launches when cold.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
What engine does the Chevrolet Malibu IX have?
1.5 Turbo, code LFV (Ecotec 1.5T), 163 hp, 250 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
automatic (6AT GM 6T40).
What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?
Fuel tank 59 l.
How much is the vehicle tax on the Chevrolet Malibu IX in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, about 8,650 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.