2012 Chevrolet Malibu Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 6 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Seventh generation.
- Length191.8 in
- Width70.3 in
- Height57.1 in
- Wheelbase112.3 in
- Curb weight3,415 lb – 3,649 lb
- Length191.8 in
- Height57.1 in
- Wheelbase112.3 in
- Curb weight3,415 lb – 3,649 lb
- Width70.3 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 191.8 in · 70.3 in · 57.1 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x110, bore 65.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P215/55SR17.0 BSW touring AS, P225/50TR18.0 BSW touring AS, 215/55R17, 225/35R20…. Tire sizes
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- Check oil capacityCapacity & viscosity
- Check wheel sizeBolt pattern, bore, offset
- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 191.8 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 70.3 in |
| Height | 57.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 39.4 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 37.2 in |
| Front legroom | 42.2 in |
| Rear legroom | 37.6 in |
| Front shoulder room | 55.9 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 53.9 in |
| Front hip room | 53.0 in |
| Rear hip room | 52.1 in |
| Passenger volume | 98.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 15.1 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 3,415 lb – 3,649 lb |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 16.0 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 1,000 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 160 – 251 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P215/55SR17.0 BSW touring AS
- P225/50TR18.0 BSW touring AS
- 215/55R17
- 225/35R20
- 225/50R17
- 225/50R18
- 235/40R19
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver24"
- Passenger21"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 90/T5
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-305 qt
- 5W-306 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (6 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1LT 4dr Sedan | 191.8 | 70.3 | 57.1 | 112.3 | — | 3436 |
| 1LZ 4dr Sedan | 191.8 | 70.3 | 57.1 | 112.3 | — | 3649 |
| 2LT 4dr Sedan | 191.8 | 70.3 | 57.1 | 112.3 | — | 3436 |
| 2LZ 4dr Sedan | 191.8 | 70.3 | 57.1 | 112.3 | — | 3649 |
| 3LT 4dr Sedan | 191.8 | 70.3 | 57.1 | 112.3 | — | 3436 |
| LS 4dr Sedan | 191.8 | 70.3 | 57.1 | 112.3 | — | 3415 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Seventh generation): years 2008–2012. View model overview