Chevrolet Malibu Towing Capacity (2012)

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Last Updated 2023-04-01

Chevrolet Malibu Towing Capacity Overview

The Chevrolet Malibu towing capacity of 1,000 lbs across all years and trims.

Various factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain do not significantly affect the towing capacity of the Chevrolet Malibu.

Chevrolet Malibu Towing Capacities
Year	Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
2012	LT	1,000 lbs	3.6L V6 DOHC Variable Valve Timing SFI	FWD / 6 Spd Auto, High Torque	252 HP / 251 ft/lbs
2012	LTZ	1,000 lbs	3.6L V6 DOHC Variable Valve Timing SFI	FWD / 6 Spd Auto, High Torque	252 HP / 251 ft/lbs

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Check out the Towing Capacity specifications for other makes and models.

All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.

Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.

a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.

2012 Chevrolet Malibu Towing Capacity Data

The 2012 Chevrolet Malibu towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2012 Chevrolet Malibu Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
LT	1,000 lbs	3.6L V6 DOHC Variable Valve Timing SFI	FWD / 6 Spd Auto, High Torque	252 HP / 251 ft/lbs
LTZ	1,000 lbs	3.6L V6 DOHC Variable Valve Timing SFI	FWD / 6 Spd Auto, High Torque	252 HP / 251 ft/lbs

a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.