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2002 Chevrolet Malibu

Used 2002 Chevrolet Malibu

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Fuel Economy
21 combined mpg
Horsepower
170 hp
Engine
V6, 3.1 Liter
Cargo Volume
17.1 cu ft
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2002 Chevrolet Malibu Overview

2002 Chevrolet Malibu Pricing

2002 Chevrolet Malibu pricing starts at $1,600 for the Malibu Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $18,120 when new. The range-topping 2002 Malibu LS Sedan 4D starts at $1,800 today, originally priced from $20,325.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Sedan 4D
$18,120
$1,600
LS Sedan 4D
$20,325
$1,800

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2002 Chevrolet Malibu models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Malibu Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Chevrolet Malibu (1997-2003) a 3.7 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 74% recommend it. These figures are based on 985 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 2002 Chevrolet Malibu

"Sharp, comfortable, handles well"

"2nd owner. Was Exec car before me. Put approx 100000 mi on car. antitheft was annoying due to key switch/had it disabled. New engine installed 95000 mi. due to head gasket leak. Otherwise very reliable. Very sharp car with white leather seats and special dk blue paint that shows maroon tint in sunlight. Very comfortable, drives and handles great."

"DEX-COOL"

"Bought this 2002 Mailbu new in 2001. Great car with little dissapointments until we took to selling dealer for an oil change. Had to replace the intake manifold at 5 Years and 2 month, 61,000 miles. Due to GM's Dexcool dissolving the manifold ports. At least it did not take out the manifold gasket dump coolant into the oil and trash the entire engine. Appx $1200.00 to repair. Got the Dealer to refund appx $500 for the cost of the parts. Still believe in this car, but why did not GM contact us to tell us that their DEX-COOL Coolant was eating away at the cooling system."

"Decent car"

"I picked this car up for not much as I was looking for an inexpensive 2nd car. It has been ok in all areas, it is comfortable to drive. As of now I am feeding it coolant every so often as it likes to overheat. Not sure if I should fix it or just drive it until it dies and scrap it."

Overall 2002 Chevrolet Malibu Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2002 Chevrolet Malibu is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2002 Chevrolet Malibu quality a 3.8 out of 5.

2002 Chevrolet Malibu Reliability

The 2002 Chevrolet Malibu receives an average consumer rating of 3.7 overall and a 3.9 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 2002 Malibu Features

According to drivers of the 2002 Malibu, here are some of its best features:

  • Good styling, handles good, comfortable.
  • Inexpensive
  • Reliable. Well taken care of.
  • Good, reliable, versatile.
  • No mechanical problems.

2002 Chevrolet Malibu MPG by Trim

2002 Malibu Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG

2002 Malibu LS Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG

2002 Malibu Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2002 Chevrolet Malibu front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.

2002 Chevrolet Malibu Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
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2002 Chevrolet Malibu
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

3.7
Consumer Rating
Based on 985 Consumer Reviews
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75%Recommend this vehicle
Value
3.9
Performance
3.9
Quality
3.8
Comfort
4.1
Reliability
3.9
Styling
3.9

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2002 Chevrolet Malibu Values and Prices

Style
Trade-In Value
Private Party Value
Fair Purchase Price
Sedan 4D
$600
$1,400
$1,600
LS Sedan 4D
$600
$1,500
$1,800
Values above are based on "Good" condition vehicles. Estimated Trade-In Values range from about $600 to $600 depending on vehicle style. Estimated Private Party Values range from about $1,400 to $1,500 depending on vehicle style. Values and prices are based on national averages and typical mileage for this model, but they can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. Valid through 9/12/2026.
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Trade-In Value is the amount you can expect to receive this week when trading in your vehicle at a dealership.
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Fair Purchase Price shows what others in your area are actually paying for this vehicle.
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2002 Chevrolet Malibu Depreciation

A 2002 Chevrolet Malibu has depreciated $368 or 20% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,400 and trade-in value of $600.

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2002 Chevrolet Malibu Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2023
$7
$1,768
$695
2024
$43
$1,725
$735
2025
$56
$1,669
$664
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$269
$1,400
$600
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2002 Chevrolet Malibu Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3053 lbs.
EPA Passenger
98.6 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
115.7 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
14.3 gallons
Front Head Room
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room
41.9 inches
Max Seating Capacity
5
Overall Length
190.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room
55.5 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
1000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
17.1 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
36.3 feet
Wheel Base
107.0 inches
Width with mirrors
69.4 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
18 mpg
Highway
26 mpg
Combined
21 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
170 @ 5200 RPM
Torque
190 @ 4000 rpm
Engine
V6, 3.1 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Navigation System

2002 Chevrolet Malibu Safety

Safety Features & Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
4.0
Front Side
3.0
Rear Side
4.0
Rollover Rating
4.0

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$1,600
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$1,275
$1,325
Consumer Rating
3.7
4.4
4.3
3.9
Fuel Economy
City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG
City 25/Hwy 36/Comb 29 MPG
City 24/Hwy 32/Comb 27 MPG
City 19/Hwy 25/Comb 21 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity5555
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 50000 miles
Horsepower
170 @ 5200 RPM
100 @ 5000 RPM
122 @ 6300 RPM
125 @ 5500 RPM
Engine
V6, 3.1 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.9 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
FWD

2002 Chevrolet Malibu Rankings

Rank
Vehicles
HP
#1
2002 Cadillac Seville
300
#2
2002 Cadillac DeVille
275
#3
2002 Nissan Maxima
255
#4
2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue
215
#10
2002 Chevrolet Malibu
170

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FAQs

Is the Chevrolet Malibu 2002 a good Sedan?

Owners of the vehicle give it 3.7 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2002 Malibu is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 2002 Chevrolet Malibu?

The 2002 Chevrolet Malibu gets 18 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway.

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