2021 Chevrolet Malibu value
In Good condition, a 2021 Chevrolet Malibu is likely worth $7,850–$10,900 as a trade-in, $12,000–$15,150 in a private sale and $13,350–$16,800 at dealer retail, per Kelley Blue Book (fetched Oct 23, 2026); dealers were typically asking $18,590 (median of 17 cited listings on iSeeCars and Carvana, Oct 23, 2026).
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What you'd likely get
| If you… | Range |
|---|---|
| Trade-in at a dealer What a dealer typically credits you toward another car. | $7,850–$10,900 |
| Private-party sale Selling yourself to another person. | $12,000–$15,150 |
| Dealer retail (fair purchase) What buyers typically pay a dealer. | $13,350–$16,800 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book, Good condition, fetched Oct 23, 2026, valid through 10/23/2026. Ranges span the styles KBB lists for this year. Edmunds per-model ranges: not available (not collected).
Typical dealer asking price: $18,590 (17 listings, Oct 23, 2026, iSeeCars and Carvana). Asking prices are what dealers list, not what they pay you. See the listings
Typical dealer asking price
$18,590
Median of 17 dealer listings. Typical range $16,990–$19,790 (middle 50%) from 17 cited comparable listings observed Oct 23, 2026–Oct 23, 2026.
See all 17 cited comparables
| Price | Trim | Miles | Location | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10,879 | LT | 101,041 | Phoenix, AZ | iSeeCars (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $15,290 | - | ≈82,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $15,990 | - | ≈88,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $16,990 | - | ≈77,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $16,990 | - | ≈84,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $17,290 | - | ≈61,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $17,590 | - | ≈81,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $17,990 | - | ≈63,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $18,590 | - | ≈61,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $18,590 | - | ≈42,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $18,990 | - | ≈44,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $19,590 | - | - | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $19,790 | LT | ≈46,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $19,790 | - | ≈32,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $19,990 | - | ≈32,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $20,590 | - | ≈29,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $20,990 | - | ≈7,400 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
Method: Median of asking/sold prices of cited comparable 2021 Chevrolet Malibu listings observed in the last 120 days. Minimum 5 comps required. How this works
Safety recalls (0)
NHTSA's recall database returned no recalls for the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu model names we queried.
Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check a VIN-specific recall at NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA Recalls API (MALIBU) · fetched Oct 23, 2026 · HTTP 403 (no records)
Fuel economy (26–32 MPG combined)
| Version | City/Hwy/Comb | Engine |
|---|---|---|
| Malibu Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 29/36/32 | 1.5L 4cyl · Regular · Front-Wheel Drive |
| Malibu Automatic 9-spd | 22/33/26 | 2.0L 4cyl · Regular · Front-Wheel Drive |
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov · fetched Oct 23, 2026
NHTSA model names
NHTSA vPIC lists these Chevrolet model names for 2021: Malibu.
Source: NHTSA vPIC · fetched Oct 23, 2026
Kelley Blue Book values
For a 2021 Chevrolet Malibu in Good condition, KBB showed: fair purchase price $13,350–$16,800; private party $12,000–$15,150; trade-in $7,850–$10,900.
KBB values by style (5)
| Style | Fair purchase | Private party | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| L Sedan 4D | $13,350 | $12,000 | $10,150 |
| LS Sedan 4D | $13,600 | $12,200 | $7,850 |
| LT Sedan 4D | $14,650 | $13,150 | $8,950 |
| RS Sedan 4D | $14,350 | $12,850 | $9,750 |
| Premier Sedan 4D | $16,800 | $15,150 | $10,900 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book, fetched Oct 23, 2026 · KBB values valid through 10/23/2026 · page hash 0e25d8e72089. KBB figures are KBB's estimates, shown separately from our listing-based value.
2021 Chevrolet Malibu specs
| Fuel economy (city / hwy / combined) | 22–29 / 33–36 / 26–32 MPG (EPA) |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl (EPA) |
| Horsepower | 163 - 250 hp (KBB) |
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios), Automatic 9-spd (EPA) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive (EPA) |
| Fuel type | Regular (EPA) |
| EPA size class | Midsize Cars (EPA) |
| Body styles | Sedan 4D (KBB) |
| Cargo volume | 15.7 cu ft (KBB) |
| Trims / styles | L Sedan 4D, LS Sedan 4D, LT Sedan 4D, RS Sedan 4D, Premier Sedan 4D (KBB) |
Specs from EPA fueleconomy.gov (fetched Oct 23, 2026) and Kelley Blue Book (fetched Oct 23, 2026); fields marked with another source cite that page and fetch date. Ranges span all versions listed.
Market context
Latest: 182.2 (Sep 2026), -1.5% vs. a year earlier. Peak in the last 10 years: 216.9 (Feb 2022).
Sep 2016 – Sep 2026. National index (1982–84=100); it shows market direction, not the value of a specific car.
Source: FRED CUSR0000SETA02 (BLS) · fetched Oct 23, 2026
Questions
What is a 2021 Chevrolet Malibu worth?
In Good condition, a 2021 Chevrolet Malibu is likely worth $7,850–$10,900 as a trade-in, $12,000–$15,150 in a private sale and $13,350–$16,800 at dealer retail, per Kelley Blue Book (fetched Oct 23, 2026); dealers were typically asking $18,590 (median of 17 cited listings on iSeeCars and Carvana, Oct 23, 2026).
What is the trade-in value of a 2021 Chevrolet Malibu?
Kelley Blue Book lists a trade-in range of $7,850–$10,900 for a 2021 Chevrolet Malibu in Good condition (fetched Oct 23, 2026). Private-party: $12,000–$15,150. Dealer retail: $13,350–$16,800.
What do dealers ask for a used 2021 Chevrolet Malibu?
Dealers typically ask about $18,590 for a 2021 Chevrolet Malibu (median asking price; middle 50% $16,990–$19,790), based on 17 cited listings from iSeeCars and Carvana observed Oct 23, 2026.
What is the price range for a used 2021 Chevrolet Malibu?
Asking prices in our 17 cited listings ran from $10,879 to $20,990; the middle half sat between $16,990 and $19,790.
How many miles do used 2021 Chevrolet Malibu listings have?
The 16 listings with a mileage shown had 7,400–101,041 miles (median 61,000).
Where does this 2021 Chevrolet Malibu value come from?
From 17 public listings on iSeeCars and Carvana, each linked below with its fetch date and a content hash of the page we read. Download them as CSV or JSON.
Does the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu have recalls?
NHTSA returned no recalls for the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu model names we queried (checked Oct 23, 2026).
What MPG does the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu get?
EPA combined fuel economy for 2021 Chevrolet Malibu versions ranges from 26 to 32 MPG, per fueleconomy.gov.
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