Used value estimate
2021 Chevrolet Malibu value
By Hari Vinayak · Updated 2026-06-12
Quick answer
A 2021 Chevrolet Malibu in good condition with average mileage (about 62,500 miles) is worth roughly $14,350 in a private-party sale — a fair range of $13,200 to $15,500, or about $16,500 at a dealer. 2021 is not on our years-to-avoid list, so condition, history, and maintenance matter more than the model year here.
Estimated value by mileage
Good condition, clean title. Mileage is the biggest single factor at this age.
| Mileage | Miles | Fair value | Private party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower mileage | 42,500 | $15,750 | $14,500–$17,000 |
| Average mileage | 62,500 | $14,350 | $13,200–$15,500 |
| Higher mileage | 85,000 | $12,800 | $11,800–$13,800 |
Is 2021 a good year to buy?
2021 is not on our years-to-avoid list for this model, so judge the individual car on history and maintenance.
Compare the best and worst Malibu yearsWhat to check before you pay
- 2016+ 1.5T: oil consumption and turbo failures — check oil level, listen for turbo whine, look for blue smoke on startup
- 2013–2015 2.5L: stop/start system glitches and some starter complaints — watch the restart behavior at lights
- 2016+: occasional transmission shudder on 6-speed cars — feel for vibration at light throttle
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