Which model Malibu has a sunroof?
The sunroof on a Chevrolet Malibu is not tied to a single model year; it’s an option that appeared on mid- to high-trim models when equipped with the Power Sunroof. Base trims typically did not include a sunroof unless the dealer added a package.
Across Chevrolet’s Malibu generations, sunroofs were offered as an optional feature rather than a standard fit. Availability depended on the year, trim level, and the specific option packages offered at the time. If you’re shopping for a Malibu with a sunroof, focus on mid- to high-trim models and confirm the feature on the window sticker or build sheet.
Where sunroofs appeared in the Malibu lineup
In practice, you’ll find sunroofs on Malibu trims that can be equipped with an optional Power Sunroof or a Sunroof package. The exact naming and availability of the package changed over the years, but the general rule remained: base models rarely included a sunroof unless an optional package was added, while LT and higher trims were the most likely to offer one.
- LT
- LTZ
- RS (availability varied by year and package)
- Premier (top trim, frequently paired with a sunroof when available)
For buyers, this means that if a Malibu has a sunroof, it is most often because it’s an LT, LTZ, RS, or Premier with the Power Sunroof option or a related Sunroof package installed by the factory or dealer.
How to verify a sunroof on a specific Malibu
To confirm whether a particular Malibu has a sunroof, use these checks at purchase or during inspection:
- Window sticker or vehicle invoice should list “Power Sunroof” or “Sunroof Package” under options
- Vehicle build sheet or VIN-based options list from the dealer
- Photographs or a visual inspection showing a sunroof panel on the roof
Because sunroof availability varied by year and trim, always verify with official documentation or the seller before purchase.
Notes on model-year context
Over its production span (2013–2023), the Malibu’s sunroof remained an optional feature for eligible trims rather than a universal inclusion. The presence of a sunroof depended on the specific trim and the packages offered for that year, so there isn’t a single “model year” that guarantees a sunroof across all Malibu configurations.
Summary
A Malibu with a sunroof is typically a mid- to high-trim model (LT, LTZ, RS, or Premier) equipped with a Power Sunroof or Sunroof package. Always verify with the window sticker or dealer documentation, as sunroof availability was year- and package-dependent. The Malibu lineup ended after 2023, so new models with a sunroof are no longer being produced; for used cars, documentation is essential to confirm the feature.
