What’s cause of small gas leak/strong oder passenger side Both = to gas amt.

What is your question?

11/20/2021 bought 2009 Chevy Malibu LT with all extras, 41000 miles at an estate sale. Gas gage was close to E Gas cap is on passenger side Filled tank and got a strong gas smell. More noticeable on same side but all around and inside car Found signs of small leak on ground under front of engine towards passenger side Both lessen as amount of gas drops Averaging 18/20 mpg in town No warning/dash lights displayed Haven’t heard any noises or sounds No indicators beyond what I’ve given

What makes this problem better or worse?

Worse with full tank

How long has your 2009 Chevrolet Malibu had this problem?

2 months