The 2002 Chevrolet Malibu is available as a 4-door, 5-seat sedan. Starting at $17,760, the 2002 Chevrolet Malibu Base is powered by a 3.1L, 6-cylinder engine mated to an automatic transmission that returns an EPA estimated 20-mpg in the city and 29-mpg on the highway. The top of the line 2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS, priced at $19,965, is powered by a 3.1L, 6-cylinder engine mated to an automatic transmission that returns an EPA estimated 20-mpg in the city and 29-mpg on the highway.