Probably 4.5 quarts but to know for sure, park the vehicle on a level surface. Drain the oil and change the filter. Pour in 4 quarts of oil. Start the engine and run for 1 minute. Shut off and wait 45 minutes. Check the level and add as necessary to the full mark. You now know the capacity.
The oil capacity for a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu is 5 quarts. The recommended oil is 10 W 30. This oil can be purchased at any auto parts store.
On the bottom of the oil pan.
The 2005 Chevy Malibu 2.2 liter engine oil drain plug size is 9/16. The oil drain plug has very fine threads.
Bottom of the engine on the oil pan.
Castrol oil 5w-30
5 Quarts
it takes 4.5 quarts
4.5 qts. per dealer service manual.
4 U. S. quarts
above starter
Where is the oil filter in a 2004 Chevy Malibu
6qts