Used 2016 Chevrolet Malibu for Sale near Ontario

Summary

• With 68 currently listed for sale and an average price of $11,512.00 CAD, 19.1% of 2016 Chevrolet Malibus for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favourably reviewed: Owners rated the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu 4.33 / 5 stars.

• 100.0% of 2016 Malibu models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu stands out as the start of the model’s ninth generation, and it arrived with a more sophisticated look and feel than the Malibu it replaced. Its sleek styling anticipated the fastback sedan trend that became more common later in the decade, while its longer wheelbase and overall length helped create a larger, more open-feeling back seat. Chevrolet also gave it a broad range of trims and powertrains, including a hybrid, which made the car feel more modern and flexible than many midsize sedans of its time.

For 2016, the Malibu Hybrid paired a 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine with a 76-kW electric motor for 182 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque, and it returned a combined fuel economy rating of 5.1 litres per 100 kilometres. The standard 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder produced 163 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque and was paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, while the available 2.0-litre turbocharged engine made 250 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque and used an eight-speed automatic. The car also offered a decent array of safety and driver-assistance features, though none were standard, and the infotainment system included a seven-inch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality, with an eight-inch screen optional on upper trims and standard on Premier trim.

What makes this Malibu appealing as a used buy is that it combines good value with a roomy cabin and a relatively strong reliability record for the front-wheel-drive Malibu line. It generates far fewer owner complaints than earlier versions and feels of higher quality than its predecessors, but it is not perfect: reviewers found the standard 1.5-litre turbo’s acceleration lacklustre, and the car’s safety scores are middling. Even so, the 2016 Malibu remains a compelling choice for buyers who want a comfortable, well-equipped midsize sedan without paying the premium of some rivals.

Other model years to consider

• 2023 Chevrolet Malibu

  • Average price: $21,189.00 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 29.2%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 319

• 2019 Chevrolet Malibu

  • Average price: $14,743.00 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 31.6%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 79

• 2018 Chevrolet Malibu

  • Average price: $13,360.00 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 24.4%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 86

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.