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Chevrolet Malibu From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation, search This article's introduction section may not adequately summarize its contents. To comply with Wikipedia's lead section guidelines, please consider expanding the lead to provide an accessible overview of the article's key points. (March 2009) Chevrolet Malibu Manufacturer General Motors Production 1964–1983 1997–present Predecessor Chevrolet Corsica/Beretta (for 1997) Successor Chevrolet Celebrity (for 1983) Class Mid-size The Chevrolet Malibu (named after Malibu, California) is a mid-size car produced in the United States by General Motors. It is marketed in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil and the Middle East. Contents 1 First generation 1964–1967 2 Second generation 1968–1972 3 Third generation 1973–1977 4 Fourth generation 1978–1983 4.1 NASCAR 4.2 Gallery 4.3 Engines 4.4 G platform 4.5 Scale models 5 Fifth generation 1997–2003 5.1 Engines 5.2 Malibu Cruiser 6 Sixth generation 2004–2008 6.1 Engines 6.2 SS 7 Seventh generation 2008–present 7.1 Powertrain 7.2 Malibu Hybrid 7.3 Reception 8 Next generation 9 Yearly American sales 10 References 11 External links [edit] First generation 1964–1967 See also: Chevrolet Chevelle The first Malibu was a top-line subseries of the mid-sized Chevrolet Chevelle from 1964 to 1972. Malibus were generally available in a full-range of bodystyles including a four-door sedan, two-door Sport Coupe hardtop, convertible and two-seat station wagon. Interiors were more lavish than lesser Chevelle 300 and 300 Deluxe models thanks to patterned cloth and vinyl upholstery (all-vinyl in convertibles and station wagons), deep-twist carpeting, deluxe steering wheel and other items. The Malibu SS was available only as a two-door Sport Coupe hardtop or convertible and added bucket seats, center console (with optional four-speed manual or Powerglide transmissions), engine gauges and special wheelcovers, and offered with any six-cylinder or V8 engine offered in other Chevelles - with the top option being a 300 horsepower (220 kW) 327 in 1964. For 1965, Malibus and other Chevelles received new grilles and revised tail sections and had the exhaust pipes replaced but carried over the same basic styling and bodystyles from 1964. The Malibu and Malibu SS models continued as before with the SS featuring a blacked-out grille and special wheelcovers. Top engine option was now a 350 horsepower (260 kW)327. 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Convertible The Malibu SS was replaced in 1966 by a new Chevelle SS-396 series that included a big-block 396-cubic-inch (6.5 L) V8 engine, heavy duty suspension and other performance equipment. Other SS-396 equipment was similar to Malibu Sport Coupes and convertibles including an all-vinyl bench seat. Bucket seats and console with floor shift were now optional on the SS and for 1966 with the SS now denoting a car with a big-block engine, the bucket seats became a new option on the regular Malibu Sport Coupe and convertible, upon which any six-cylinder or small-block V8 could be ordered. Also new for 1966 was the Chevelle Malibu four-door Sport Sedan hardtop. Styling revisions on all 1966 Chevelles including more rounded styling similar to the full-sized Chevys with sail panels and tunneled rear windows featured on two-door hardtop coupes. For 1967, the same assortment of bodystyles were continued with styling changes similar to all other Chevelles including a new grille and revised tail section with taillights that wrapped around to the side. New this year was a Chevelle Malibu Concours station wagon with simulated woodgrain exterior side panel trim. Front disc brakes were a new option along with a stereo 8-track tape player. The same assortment of drivetrains carried over from 1966 with the top 327-cubic-inch (5.4 L) V8 dropped from 350 to 325 horsepower (260 to 242 kW). It made 0- 60 in 6.2 seconds. [edit] Second generation 1968–1972 This section does not cite any references or sources. Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. (April 2010) See also: Chevrolet Chevelle Second generation Model year(s) 1968–1972 Body style(s) four-door station wagon four-door sedan two-door coupe two-door convertible Layout FR layout Platform A-body Related Buick Century Buick Regal Chevrolet El Camino Chevrolet Monte Carlo Oldsmobile Cutlass Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Pontiac Grand Am Pontiac Grand Prix Pontiac LeMans Malibus and all other Chevelles were completely restyled for 1968 with semi-fastback rooflines on two-door hardtops and wheelbases split to 112 inches (2,800 mm) on two-door models and 116 for four-door sedans and station wagons. Engine offerings included a new 307-cubic-inch (5.0 L) V8 rated at 200 horsepower (150 kW) that replaced the 283-cubic-inch (4.6 L) V8 that had served as the base V8 since the Chevelle's introduction in 1964. Inside was a new instrument panel featuring round gauges in square pods similar to what would appear in Camaros the following year. New for 1968 was the Concours luxury option for Malibu sedans and coupes that included upgraded cloth or vinyl bench seats, carpeted lower door panels, woodgrain trim on dash and door panels, and Concours nameplates. There was again a top-line Concours Estate wagon with simulated woodgrain trim that had the same interior and exterior appointments as the Malibu sedans. New grilles and rear decks with revised taillights highlighted the 1969 Malibus and other Chevelles. Instrument panels were revised and front seat headrests were now standard equipment due to federal safety mandate. The ignition switch moved from the instrument panel to the steering column and also doubled as a steering wheel lock. The 307 continued as the base V8 but the 327 engines were replaced by new 350-cubic-inch (5.7 L) V8s of 255 and 300 horsepower (190 and 220 kW). GM's three-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission, previously only offered on SS-396 Chevelles, was now available on all models with all engines including the six-cylinder and small-block V8s which in previous years were only available with the two-speed Powerglide. For 1970, the Malibu was initially the only series of Chevelles offered, aside from the SS-396 and new SS-454, as the low-line 300 and 300 Deluxe models were discontinued, which also eliminated the two-door pillared coupes from the Chevelle lineup – which were never included in the Malibu series. New grilles, rear decks with taillights moved into the bumper and revised Sport Coupe roofline highlighted this year's changes. The standard six-cylinder engine was punched up from 230-to-250-cubic-inch (3.8 to 4.1 L) and 155 horsepower (116 kW), while the same assortment of V8s carried over with the addition of a 330 horsepower (250 kW), 400-cubic-inch (6.6 L) V8 on non-SS Chevelles. At mid-year the Malibu was rejoined by lower-line Chevelle models that were simply called the base Chevelle in both four-door sedan and two-door hardtop. In 1971, Malibus and all other Chevelles got a new grille surrounded by single headlamps replacing the duals of previous years and four round taillights similar to Camaros and Corvettes were located in the bumper. All engines were detuned to use lower-octane unleaded gasoline this year per GM corporate policy as a first step toward the catalytic converter equipped cars planned for 1975 and later models which would require no-lead fuel. Only new grilles highlighted the 1972 Malibu and other Chevelles. All bodystyles were carried over from 1971 but 1972 would be the final year for hardtops and convertibles as the redesigned Chevelles originally planned for this year, but delayed until 1973, would feature Colonnade styling with side pillars and frameless door windows. This section requires expansion. [edit] Third generation 1973–1977 See also: Chevrolet Chevelle 1977 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Classic Landau Coupe The Malibu was redesigned for the 1973 model year. Models included the base Chevelle Deluxe, mid-range Malibu and the top-line Laguna. For 1974, the Deluxe was dropped, and the Malibu became the entry-level Chevelle. The Laguna trim package was replaced with the Malibu Classic. The Laguna S-3 model was introduced to replace the SS, and continued through 1976. This section requires expansion. [edit] Fourth generation 1978–1983 This section needs additional citations for verification. Please help improve this article by adding reliable references. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. (April 2010) Fourth generation Production 1978–1983 Assembly Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Ramos Arizpe, Mexico Body style(s) 2-door coupe 4-door sedan 4-door station wagon Layout FR layout Platform A-body (1978–1981) G-body (1982–1983) Transmission(s) 4-speed manual 3-speed automatic 3-speed manual Wheelbase 108 in (2743 mm) Related Buick Century Buick Regal Chevrolet El Camino Chevrolet Monte Carlo GMC Caballero Oldsmobile Cutlass Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Pontiac Bonneville Pontiac Grand Am Pontiac Grand Prix Pontiac LeMans For the 1978 model year, the Malibu name which had been the bestselling badge in the lineup replaced the Chevelle name. This was Chevrolet's second downsized nameplate, following the lead of the 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. The new, more efficient platform was over a foot shorter and had shed 500 to 1,000 pounds (230 to 450 kg) compared to previous versions, yet offered increased trunk space, leg room, and head room.[1] Only two trim levels were offered - Malibu and Malibu Classic. The Malibu Classic Landau series had a two tone paint job on the upper and lower body sections, and a vinyl top. Three bodystyles were produced (station wagon, sedan, and coupe). The sedan initially had a conservative six-window notchback roofline, in contrast to the unusual fastback rooflines adopted by Oldsmobile and Buick divisions. To reduce cost, the windows in the rear doors of 4-door sedans were fixed, while the wagons had small moveable vents. No doubt this design contributed to the number of factory air conditioning units sold with the cars, to the benefit of General Motors and Chevy dealers. In 1981, sedans adopted a four-window profile and "formal" pillared upright roofline. The 2-door coupe was last produced in 1981. The 1982 Malibu was facelifted with more squared-off front styling marked by quad headlights with long, thin turn signals beneath them. The look was very reminiscent of the recently facelifted Chevrolet Caprice. For 1983, Malibus gained a block-style "Malibu" badge on the front fenders to replace the cursive-style script located on the rear quarter panels of previous model years. Among collectors, the last El Caminos have attracted interest, and the coupe has been sought after by drag racers and sometimes spotted as street machines, though not as prized as the first or second generation muscle cars. The 4-door Malibu was also used in fleets, especially for law enforcement usage. After the Chevrolet Nova ceased production in 1979, the mid-size 9C1 police option (not to be confused with the full-size Chevrolet Impala 9C1 which was also available) was transferred to the Malibu, filling a void for mid-sized police vehicles. A 9C1-equipped Malibu with an LT-1 Z-28 Camaro engine driven by E. Pierce Marshall placed 13th of 47 in the 1979 Cannonball Baker Sea-To-Shining-Sea Memorial Trophy Dash, better known as the Cannonball Run.[2] There was no factory Malibu SS option available from . The SS only came in the El Camino. A very rare 1980 Malibu M80 was a dealer package for only North and South Carolina in an effort to revive the muscle car era. It was however mostly aimed at NASCAR fans who regularly traveled to Darlington Raceway. To this day, it's unknown how many are left or were actually produced. (Estimates place this around 1,901 cars) All M80's had to be white with dark blue bucket seat and center console interior. The base of the M80 was a 2-door sport coupe equipped with the F41 Sport Suspension package and the normal V8 (140 hp) drive train. The M80 option added two dark blue skunk stripes up top and a lower door stripe with the M80 identification. The package also added front and rear spoilers and 1981 steel rally wheels. In Mexico, General Motors produced this generation in the Ramos Arizpe plant, and was sold during three years (1979 to 81). Mexican versions came in three trim levels (Chevelle, Malibu and Malibu Classic) and two body styles (Sedan & Coupe) with the 250-cubic-inch (4.1 L) l-6 as basic engine and the 350-cubic-inch (5.7 L) 260 hp (194 kW) V-8 as the optional; this engine was standard on Malibu Classic models, during the three years of selling. This was possible because the Mexican regulations about emissions were more flexible than in the U.S.A. Iraqi taxi In 1981, General Motors of Canada in Oshawa produced a special order of 25,500 4-door Malibu sedans for Saddam Hussein's Iraqi government. The deal was reportedly worth well over $100 million to GMCL. These special order Malibus carried the unusual combination of GM's lowest-power carburated V6, the 110 hp (82 kW) 229-cubic-inch (3.8 L) engine mated to 3-speed transmission with a unique on-the-floor stick shifter. All of the cars were equipped with air conditioning, heavy duty cooling systems, AM/FM cassette decks, front bench seats, 200 km/h speedometers, tough tweed and vinyl upholstery and 14-inch (360 mm) stamped steel wheels with "baby moon" hubcaps. However only 13,000 units ever made it to Iraq, with the majority of the cars becoming taxis in Baghdad (once the cab-identifying orange paint was added to the front & rear fenders)[citation needed]. However in 1982 with the balance of about 12,500 additional Malibus either sitting on a dock in Halifax or awaiting port shipment in Oshawa, where they were built, the Iraqis suddenly cancelled the order.[3] Excuses reportedly included various "quality concerns" including the inability of the local drivers to shift the finicky Saginaw manual transmission. This issue was eventually identified as being due to an apparent clutch release issue that eventually required on-site retrofitting by a crew of Canadian technicians sent to Iraq to support the infamous "Recall in the Desert". Later speculation was that the Iraqis were actually forced to back out for financial reasons, due to their escalating hostilities with Iran requiring the immediate diversion of funds to support the Iraqi war effort. Then GM of Canada President Donald Hackworth was initially quoted as stating GMCL intended still try to sell the Malibus overseas in other Middle East markets; however in the end, the orphaned "Iraqi Taxi" Malibus were all sold to the Canadian public at the greatly reduced price of approximately $6,800 CAD. Over the years they have acquired a low-key 'celebrity' status, sometimes being colloquially referred to as "Iraqibu". [edit] NASCAR The Malibu was an extensively used body style in NASCAR competition from 1973 to 1983. The Laguna S-3 variant in particular was extremely successful during the 1975-77 racing seasons, allowing Cale Yarborough to win 20 races in those years as well as winning the NASCAR championship one year. As it was considered a limited edition model, 'NASCAR' declared it ineligible for competition following the 1977 season, even though (given NASCARs three year eligibility rule) it should have been allowed to run thru 1979. Beginning in 1981 the downsized Malibu body style was eligible to run, but given its apparent boxy shape only one driver Dave Marcis ran it in 1981 and 1982 with one victory in a rain shorten race at Richmond Fairgrounds in 1982. [edit] Gallery 1970 Chevelle Malibu 2-door sport coupe 1979 Chevrolet Malibu sedan Chevrolet Malibu coupe 1983 Chevrolet Malibu police car 1980 Chevrolet Malibu wagon 1981 Chevrolet Malibu coupe Chevrolet Malibu Classic made and sold in Mexico [edit] Engines The base 200-cubic-inch (3.3 L) V-6 engine for the 1978 Chevrolet Malibu developed just 95 horsepower (71 kW) with optional upgrade to a 105 horsepower (78 kW) V-6, or 145 horsepower (108 kW) V-8. The largest 170 horsepower (130 kW) 350-cubic-inch (5.7 L) V-8. Year Model Available Engines 78 = 200 V6 (95 hp), 231 (3.8 L) V6 (105 hp), 305 V8 (140 hp), 350 V8 (165 hp) 79 = 200 V6 (95 hp), 231 (3.8 L) V6 (115 hp), 267 V8 (125 hp), 305 V8 (140 hp), 350 V8 (165 hp) 80 = 229 V6 (110 hp), 231 (3.8 L) V6 (110 hp), 267 V8 (115 hp), 305 V8 (140 hp), 350 V8 (170 hp) 81 = 229 V6 (110 hp), 231 (3.8 L) V6 (110 hp), 267 V8 (115 hp), 305 V8 (140 hp), 350 V8 (170 hp) 82 = 229 V6 (110 hp), 231 (3.8 L) V6 (110 hp), 4.3 L V6 Diesel (85 hp), 305 V8, 350 V8 Diesel (105 hp) 83 = 229 V6 (110 hp), 231 (3.8 L) V6 (110 hp), 4.3 L V6 Diesel (85 hp), 305 V8, 350 V8 Diesel (105 hp) [edit] G platform The Malibu shared GM's redesignated rear-wheel drive G platform with cars like the Pontiac Grand Prix, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme and Buick Regal. 1982 was the final year that a Malibu Classic was marketed; Malibus were produced as 4-door sedans (and station wagons, which retained the full options list as the new FWD A-body wagons that would not appear until 1984) until 1983 when it was replaced by the front-wheel drive Chevrolet Celebrity. Although the sedan and wagon were phased out, the El Camino remained in production until 1987. [edit] Scale models GM commissioned a 1/25 scale plastic promo of the El Camino from MPC, which was updated annually from 1978 to at least 1982, Kit versions of it were also made, and the tooling was later modified to an El Camino SS. Monogram also produced a '78 El Camino in their then-usual, slightly larger 1/24 scale, as well as a '79 police package sedan as a simplified 1/32 scale snap-together kit. Both have been reissued multiple times. While the 2nd generation body was widely replicated in many scales as die cast models and toys, this downsized generation was rarely represented, with Maisto producing an El Camino with quad headlights. [edit] Fifth generation 1997–2003 Fifth generation Also called Chevrolet Classic Model year(s) 1997–2003 as Chevrolet Malibu 2004–2005 as Chevrolet Classic Assembly Wilmington, DE, United States Lansing, MI, United States Oklahoma City, OK, United States Body style(s) 4-door sedan Layout FF layout Platform N-body Engine(s) 2.4 L LD9 I4 3.1 L L82 V6LG8 V6 Transmission(s) 4-speed automatic Wheelbase 107 in (2718 mm) Length 190.4 in (4836 mm) Width 69.4 in (1763 mm) Height 56.4 in (1433 mm) Related Buick Skylark Oldsmobile Achieva Oldsmobile Alero Oldsmobile Cutlass Pontiac Grand Am A new front-wheel drive Malibu was introduced in 1997 on an extended wheelbase version of the GM N platform shared with the Buick Skylark, Oldsmobile Achieva, Oldsmobile Alero and Pontiac Grand Am. All N-body Malibus were produced at the Oklahoma City Assembly plant (after 2002 it was retooled to build the GMT360 SUVs) and the Wilmington Assembly plant (1997 to 1999), before moving production to Lansing, Michigan. The Wilmington plant was retooled to build the Saturn L-Series in 1999. The Oldsmobile Cutlass was a clone of the Malibu that replaced the Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, but only lasted two years before being discontinued in 1999. The Malibu itself replaced the compact Chevrolet Corsica. Power came from a 2.4 L 150 hp (112 kW) I4 or 3.1 L 155 hp (116 kW) V6. The Malibu was Motor Trend magazine's Car of the Year for 1997; this was later criticized by Car and Driver in 2009, citing that the Malibu was insufficiently distinguishable in terms of performance or interior quality to warrant such praise in hindsight.[4] 2000–2003 Chevrolet Malibu 1997 to 1999 Malibus had a front grille with the Malibu logo in silver in the center; 2000 to 2003 models, and the Classic, had the blue Chevrolet emblem on the front grille. 1997 to 1999 LS models were sometimes equipped with special gold-colored badges (the rear Malibu lettering and logo). When a new Malibu was introduced on the Epsilon platform for 2004, the N-body Malibu was renamed Chevrolet Classic and remained in production for the 2004 and 2005 model years, being restricted to rental car companies and fleet orders. The 3.1 L V6 was updated in 2000 with a new power rating of 170 hp (127 kW), and the 2.4 L 4-cylinder was dropped after that year. However, a 4-cylinder was reintroduced in 2004 when the 2.2 L Ecotec was offered on the Classic. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency fuel mileage estimates for the 2.2L Ecotec engine are 24 mpg-US (9.8 L/100 km; 29 mpg-imp)-34 mpg-US (6.9 L/100 km; 41 mpg-imp). [edit] Engines Years Engine Power Torque 1997-1999.5 3.1 L GM 60° L82 V6 155 hp (116 kW) 185 lb·ft (251 N·m) 1999.5-2003 3.1 L GM 60° LG8 V6 170 hp (127 kW) 190 lb·ft (258 N·m) 1997–2000 2.4 L TwinCam LD9 I4 150 hp (112 kW) 155 lb·ft (210 N·m) 2004–2005 2.2 L Ecotec L61 I4 144 hp (107 kW) 155 lb·ft (210 N·m) [edit] Malibu Cruiser The February 2002 issue of HCI: Hot Compact & Imports magazine featured the Chevrolet Malibu Cruiser concept that GM Performance Division built for the SEMA show in 2001. The car was painted in "Sublime Lime" by BASF[5] and featured a highly-modified turbocharged 3500 SFI 60-degree V-6 (producing 230 hp (170 kW) at 5,000 RPM and 280 ft·lbf (380 N·m) of torque at 2,900 RPM), a 4T65-E four-speed transmission with overdrive, a set of 19x8-inch wheels by Evo wrapped in Toyo Proxes T1-S high-performance tires. Numerous interior modifications included a full-length custom center console, four black leather Sparco racing seats, and a Kenwood entertainment center (with radio, CD, DVD, TV, 10-disc changer and numerous amps and speakers). Exterior modifications included custom HID headlamps (both low and high beams), "Altezza" style taillights, and a custom bodykit.[6] Chevrolet produced the Cruiser as a concept, and it was therefore never available for purchase. Their intent was to attract younger buyers to the stock model and demonstrate that aftermarket modifications could be made.[citation needed] [edit] Sixth generation 2004–2008 Sixth generation Also called Chevrolet Malibu Classic Chevrolet Malibu Maxx Model year(s) 2004–2007 and 2008 as Chevrolet Malibu Classic[7] Assembly Fairfax District, Kansas City, Kansas, United States Body style(s) 4-door sedan 5-door Station Wagon Layout FF layout Platform GM Epsilon platform Engine(s) 2.2 L L61 I4 3.5 L LX9 V6 3.5 L LZ4 V6 3.9 L LZ9 V6 Transmission(s) 4-speed automatic Wheelbase 106.3 in (2700 mm) (sedan) 112.3 in (2852 mm) (wagon) Length 187.8 in (4770 mm) (wagon) 188.3 in (4783 mm) (sedan) Width 69.8 in (1773 mm) (wagon) 69.9 in (1775 mm) (sedan) Height 57.5 in (1461 mm) (sedan) 58.1 in (1476 mm) (wagon) Related Saab 9-3 Pontiac G6 Saturn Aura Cadillac BLS Fiat Croma Maxx Model Holden/Opel/Vauxhall Vectra Chevrolet Malibu MAXX LS The Malibu name was moved to the new Epsilon platform based on the 2002 Opel Vectra C for 2004. The Epsilon-based Malibu came in two bodystyles, a standard 4-door sedan and a 5-door Malibu Maxx station wagon. The Maxx was advertised as a "five-door extended sedan", designed to have the utility but not the stigma of station wagons, and it was the first mid-size Chevrolet hatchback since the 1980s.[8][9] Base power came from a 2.2 L Ecotec L61 I4 producing 144 hp (108 kW). LS and LT trims originally had a 3.5 L 201 hp (149 kW) High Value LX9 V6 while both sedan and Maxx SS models were powered by the 3.9 L 240 hp (179 kW) High Value LZ9 V6.[10] For 2007, the LX9 was replaced with the LZ4 V6, which in the Malibu produced 217 hp (162 kW). The L61 Ecotec was also updated for the 2007 model year with many improvements. A remote starter was also available, which was introduced on several other GM vehicles for 2004. 2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT sedan This generation of the Malibu initially debuted with a front fascia design featuring a wide grille split horizontally by a prominent chrome bar that ran the entire width of the car, which was intended to make it resemble Chevrolet's trucks. However, for 2006, the front end was updated with more conventional styling: the chrome bar was removed, and the grille itself was made smaller, bearing a resemblance to the grille on the previous Malibu.[11] The car also added GM badges near the front doors. The Malibu Maxx was discontinued for 2008. However, the Malibu sedans remained in production for fleet orders for the 2008 model year. GM refers to these models as the Malibu Classic. The cars themselves bear Malibu badges, unlike the past generation Classic. [edit] Engines Years Engine Power Torque 2.2 L Ecotec L61 I4 144 hp (107 kW) 155 lb·ft (210 N·m) 3.5 L High Value LX9 V6 200 hp (149 kW) 220 lb·ft (298 N·m) 3.5 L High Value LZ4 V6 217 hp (162 kW) 220 lb·ft (298 N·m) 3.9 L High Value LZ9 V6 240 hp (179 kW) 240 lb·ft (325 N·m) Chevrolet Malibu SS [edit] SS A special SS trim was available on the Malibu and Malibu Maxx with the 3.9 L LZ9 V6 from 2006-2007. [edit] Seventh generation 2008–present Seventh generation Model year(s) 2008–present Assembly Kansas City, Kansas, United States Lake Orion, Michigan, United States Body style(s) 4-door sedan Layout FF layout Platform GM Epsilon platform Engine(s) 2.4 L LE5 169 hp (126 kW) I4 3.5 L LZ4 217 hp (162 kW) V6 3.6 L LY7 252 hp (188 kW) V6 Hybrid:LAT 2.4L 164 hp (122 kW) I4 Transmission(s) 6-speed 6T70 automatic 6-speed 6T40 automatic 4-speed 4T45 automatic Wheelbase 112.3 in (2852 mm) Length 191.8 in (4872 mm) Width 70.3 in (1786 mm) Height 57.1 in (1450 mm) Related Saab 9-3 Pontiac G6 Saturn Aura Cadillac BLS Fiat Croma Opel/Vauxhall Vectra The Malibu was redesigned for the 2008 model year by Bryan Nesbitt,[12] under the direction of GM Vice Chairman Robert Lutz — who was determined to make the nameplate competitive with Japanese mid-size cars. Extensive engineering and design went into the remodel.[13] The seventh generation Malibu is built on a revised version of the long-wheelbase Epsilon platform shared with the Saturn Aura, the Opel Signum, and Pontiac G6. It is assembled in Kansas City, Kansas and Lake Orion, Michigan. Overall it is 3 inches (76 mm) longer with a wheelbase that is six inches (152 mm) longer. Interior room remains mid-size like the previous Malibus, and has been decreased from 101 cubic feet (2.9 m3) to 97.7 cubic feet (2.8 m3) despite having a longer wheelbase, although front legroom has increased from 41.9 in (1,064 mm) to 42.2 in (1,072 mm).[10][14] Rear legroom has decreased from 38.5 in (978 mm) to 37.6 in (955 mm).[15] The interior design has also been completely reworked, with a selection of two-tone color combinations(brick and tan two tone), telescoping steering wheel, higher-quality materials and a twin-cowl dash design.[16] Drag (Cd) is at 0.33.[17] [edit] Powertrain The seventh generation Malibu offered these engine choices: Years Disp. Series HP Torque (Lb-ft) Description Transmission EPA City EPA Hwy 2008–2010 2.4L LE5 169 162 Ecotec inline-4 4-speed automatic 22 30 2008–present 2.4L LE5 169 162 Ecotec inline-4 6-speed automatic 22 33 2008–2009 2.4L LAT 164 159 Ecotec Hybrid inline-4 4-speed automatic 26 34 2008–2010 3.5L LZ4 217 214 High Value V6 4-speed automatic 19 29 2008–present 3.6L LY7 252 251 High Feature V6 6-speed automatic 17 26 The 2.4L I4 and 3.6L V6 engine have aluminum blocks and heads, dual overhead cams, four valves per cylinder, twin balance shafts, and variable valve timing. The 3.5L V6 has aluminum heads, an iron block, overhead valves, and limited variable valve timing. The 3.5L V6 was offered as an upgrade for special order fleet vehicles, to replace the Ecotec engine, and generally was not available for retail customers. The 3.5L V6 was not available in the LTZ. The 3.5L V6 with 4 speed transmission has been the only drivetrain available in the 2008, 2009 and 2010 models in Israel. Partially through the 2008 model year, the 2.4L Ecotec was offered with a 6-speed automatic transmission.[16] to improve performance and fuel economy. For 2009 models, the six-speed transmission mated to the 2.4L 4 cylinder engine or the 217 horsepower 3.5L V6 mated to the 4-speed automatic were made available on the 1LT, the 6-speed is now standard on 2LT models. LS models were equipped with the 4-speed transmission only. A manual transmission is not offered.[18] All models are front-wheel drive sedans, as Chevrolet dropped the Malibu MAXX hatchback model. OnStar is now standard on all Malibu models (excluding fleet vehicles, where this feature is optional). Six air bags are also now standard: two dual-stage front bags, two side-impact curtain air bags protecting the heads of both front and rear passengers, and two side-impact thorax bags mounted in the front seats. Traction control, electronic tire pressure monitoring system, four wheel disc brakes, antilock brakes, and daytime running lamps are now all standard included safety features on all Malibus. GM's StabiliTrak brand electronic stability control is standard on all models including the very base LS model. For 2011 the four speed automatic transmission will be dropped from the Malibu powertrain lineup.[19] [edit] Malibu Hybrid A BAS mild hybrid, with the base inline-4 like the Saturn Aura Green Line, is available offering an increased fuel economy of 24 mpg-US (9.8 L/100 km; 29 mpg-imp)/32 mpg-US (7.4 L/100 km; 38 mpg-imp), which for the 2009 model, is now 26 mpg-US (9.0 L/100 km; 31 mpg-imp)/34 mpg-US (6.9 L/100 km; 41 mpg-imp). The Malibu hybrid was dropped for the 2010 model year.[20][21] [edit] Reception The 2008 Malibu has received critical praise from the automotive press, with The New York Times referring to it as being "like a super Accord, but from GM" and Car and Driver magazine declaring, "Camry, Beware." It also garnered high praise from Motor Trend magazine, being rated higher than the Honda Accord and Nissan Altima in the magazine's 2008 Car of The Year competition. Kelley Blue Book named it the "2008 best redesigned vehicle".[22] Car and Driver stated that while it would not be "enough to steal the top-dog sales title from the perennial Honda and Toyota mid-sizers", they noted "for the first time since Chevrolet revived the storied nameplate in 1997, it has enough of what it needs to sell in significant numbers to the public, not just rental fleets".[23] Edmunds.com has praised the Malibu's interior and exterior styling, quietness, and balance between ride and handling, while criticizing the thick C-pillars that obstruct the driver's view, the narrower chassis compared to other midsize cars[24] (which reduces rear seating room and also lacks a center armrest) and lack of features such as dual-zone HVAC, Bluetooth compatibility, and keyless ignition.[25] While related platform-mate Saturn Aura was criticized particularly for using cheap interior materials (long considered by critics as a problem area on many GM cars), this seemed to be improved in the Malibu.[26][27] Writers of various reviews for the 2008 Malibu believe that Chevy may finally be getting back on track in quality and excitement in the mid-size segment after a history of ordinary, bland offerings such as the Celebrity, Corsica, Lumina, and even the previous two generations of Malibu since its 1997 revival. In January 2008, the new Malibu received the North American Car of the Year Award at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in voting among a panel of fifty automotive journalists in a field of entries, with the runners up being the 2008 Cadillac CTS and the 2008 Honda Accord. The Malibu's win marks the second straight year that a car built on GM's Epsilon platform has won the North American COTY Award with the 2007 North American COTY Award having gone to the 2007 Saturn Aura. Initial sales results have been positive with the Malibu joining the Cadillac CTS and Buick Enclave on a list of GM vehicles whose sales have exceeded expectations. The redesigned Malibu sold more than 50% more units in 2008 than in 2007, increasing GM's mid-size market share to 8.4% from 5.7%, while the Camry and Accord percentages remained flat at about 21% and 17.5%, according to GM. Sales to rental customers dropped to 27% of the total, as GM limited sales to rental fleets.[13][28] The short-lived Malibu Hybrid, along with its sister, the Saturn Aura Green Line, which share the powertrain and other major components, was particularly criticized due to its lack of fuel savings and cost (relative to a standard 4 cylinder Malibu), plus the Hybrid's worsened driving dynamics.[21] [edit] Next generation GM has stated the Malibu will undergo a redesign for the 2012 model year. The new model will move to the Epsilon II platform.[29] The new model was caught undergoing testing in early 2010.[30] [edit] Yearly American sales Calendar Year Total American sales 2000[31] 207,376 2001[32] 176,583 2002 169,377 2003 122,771 2004[33] 179,806 2005 203,503 2006[34] 163,853 2007 128,312 2008[35] 178,253 2009[36] 161,568 2010 175,599 As of October [edit] References ^ "How Stuff Works 1978 Chevrolet Malibu". 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Get all the information and the latest catalog right now. Malibu Catalog PDF (4.41mb) Awesome Rocket Read full review - Andy on Thu, 09 Dec 2010 17:54:55 PST A real winner! Chevy got it right. Read full review - Carl "CJ" Jackson on Thu, 09 Dec 2010 08:41:38 PST Great car! Read full review - A Yahoo! Autos User on Tue, 07 Dec 2010 16:52:20 PST Luv it! Read full review - Glenn on Sat, 04 Dec 2010 09:13:54 PST Will purchase another Malibu and recommend it. Read full review - Tony & Mary on Thu, 02 Dec 2010 07:57:35 PST Yahoo! Auto Review disclaimer A review is only as valuable as its source. That's why we are supplying you with reviews directly from Yahoo! Autos. You get unbiased, unedited, unfiltered assessments from an outside source. It's not us talking about us. It's people just like you giving an honest review. To read a full review, simply click the "read full review" link of the review you want to see. Build Your Malibu Let's start with one of these popular models. 2011 Malibu LS From $21,975(1) Build & Price 2011 Malibu 1LT From $22,825(1) Build & Price 2011 Malibu 2LT From $25,235(1) Build & Price 2011 Malibu LTZ From $27,015(1) Build & Price Acclaimed style, award-winning excellence Heralded by critics and owners alike — with more than 40 awards to its credit — Chevrolet Malibu continues to command attention and acclaim. "...Chevrolet Malibu hits a high-water mark for its size and price with taut proportions, elegant lines and a crisp, clean profile." says Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com.(5) On This Page Keep reading to learn more about Malibu. Quality Safety Fuel efficiency Interior Technology Entertainment Competitive Comparison Awards Learn More About This Award Learn More Meticulous attention to quality Malibu's world-class design and superb level of craftsmanship have earned the respect of people who know cars. You'll be impressed by the nearly microscopic gaps - many as tight as 1mm — in the interior fit and finish. Acoustic laminated glass — the same concept used in expensive luxury cars — helps create a barrier to reduce unwanted noise. Precise, responsive steering and a four-wheel independent suspension deliver a smooth, controlled ride. Further proof of the exceptional quality of Malibu: The 2010 Malibu engine and transmission systems are reporting no issues in 99.9% of the vehicles checked by OnStar® Vehicle Diagnostics(7). A "2010 Top Safety Pick" Chevrolet Malibu offers the unsurpassed lifesaving technology of OnStar®(8). And the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has rated the 2010 Malibu a "Top Safety Pick(9)." That's an achievement unmatched by Honda Accord or Toyota Camry. Standard Malibu safety features include: OnStar®(8) service for the first six months with Automatic Crash Response StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System Six air bags(11) StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System Progressive crush front body structure Four-wheel antilock brakes Standard StabiliTrak StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System assists the driver with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. Sensors continually monitor the path being steered by the driver, and the direction that the vehicle is actually turning. If StabiliTrak detects a difference, it selectively applies brake pressure to the appropriate wheel to help pull the vehicle back to the path being steered. Automatic Crash Response Every Malibu offers the security of OnStar®(8) with Automatic Crash Response standard for the first six months. In the event of a collision, built-in sensors can automatically alert an OnStar Advisor, who is immediately connected into your vehicle to see if you need help sent to your exact location - even if you can't respond. Learn more about OnStar. Six air Bags — standard Every Malibu features dual-stage driver and front passenger air bags(11) with the Passenger Sensing System, thorax and pelvic side-impact air bags, and head-curtain side-impact air bags for front and rear outboard occupants. 33 MPG highway: advantage Malibu With 33 MPG highway(12), Malibu LTZ offers highway fuel economy that a comparable Toyota Camry can't match. That means up to 528 highway miles on a single fill-up. A six-speed automatic transmission, standard on all models, helps maximize performance and fuel efficiency. Malibu engines feature Variable Valve Timing (VVT) — a technology that optimizes combustion, enhances low-end torque and helps lower tailpipe emissions. A 252-hp 3.6L V6 engine with dual overhead camshafts and Variable Valve Timing is available on 2LT and LTZ. Fuel economy for this engine is 26 highway, 17 city(4). See the complete list of features and specs. Premium interior details "Well-balanced ride... bold styling that turns heads." — U.S. News & World Report's Car Rankings at usnews.com/cars From the dual cockpit to the sculpted door panels, one detail flows seamlessly into the next. Inside the leather-appointed LTZ interior, there's an eight-way power driver seat and six-way power passenger seat. Acoustic laminated glass and liquid-applied sound deadeners contribute to the superbly quiet ride. Thoughtful conveniences include a Driver Information Center featuring an outside temperature gauge, Tire Pressure Monitor(12) and readouts for range and instant/average MPG. Browse the photos to the right to see more interior details. lightbox_thumbnail LTZ interior in Cocoa/Cashmere color. 1 of 4 lightbox_thumbnail Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls. 2 of 4 lightbox_thumbnail Six-speed automatic transmission. 3 of 4 lightbox_thumbnail "Dual cove" cockpit design. 4 of 4 Get a closer look the premium interior details Technology that's there for you Hands-free calling Bluetooth®(13) wireless technology for select phones lets you make, answer and end calls with a tap of the steering wheel controls. Available on LS and 1LT, standard on 2LT and LTZ. Turn-by-Turn Navigation OnStar®(8) Turn-by-Turn Navigation (standard for the first six months) offers you a live Advisor to help — even if you don't know the full address. Just push the OnStar button and have an automated voice call out directions. You can also plan ahead with eNav℠(14) at MapQuest.com® and send your destination to your Malibu before you go. Learn more about OnStar. Vehicle Diagnostics(8) OnStar automatically performs several hundred diagnostic checks on your vehicle and e-mails you a monthly report. These reports include tire pressure readings, remaining oil life, engine and transmission systems checks, air bag system checks and much more. Standard for the first six months. Take the complete tour of OnStar capabilities. Choose your own entertainment XM Radio(15) with three trial months is standard. Enjoy commercial-free music, sports, news and talk, comedy, family programming and more from coast-to-coast. If you prefer your own music, just plug your iPod®(16) into the audio jack. Or opt for the LTZ with the eight-speaker Bose® premium sound system and a USB port(17). Just connect your player or music-loaded flash drive into the port. Now you can manage your playlists through the steering wheel-mounted controls. It even charges your player for you. See the complete list of features. XM Radio XM Radio(15) with three trial months is standard. Enjoy commercial-free music channels, sports, news and talk, comedy, family programming and more from coast to coast. Learn more about XM. The power of Bose® A Bose® custom-engineered sound system delivers full, balanced sound with clarity. Available on 2LT and standard on LTZ, this system features woofers that deliver powerful, low frequency sound. Six channels of custom equalization helps create quality audio that approaches live performance levels, without distortion. Learn more about Bose. 110-volt power outlet A 110-volt rear power AC adapter with a three-prong household outlet is part of the Interface Package that's available on 1LT and 2LT and standard on LTZ. Over 40 awards and counting... "2010 Best Buy"— Consumer Guide A "Best Family Car"2008, 2009— Parents Magazine and Edmunds.com "First out of 23 Affordable Midsize Cars" 2009 — U.S. News & World Report's Car Rankings at usnews.com/cars "The 2010 Chevrolet Malibu hits a high-water mark for its size and price with taut proportions, elegant lines and a crisp, clean profile...this new mid-size Chevy looks like $40,000 while starting at half that price."— Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com(5) "Many editors who drove the Malibu reported astonishment at the level of chassis sophistication this Chevy demonstrates, praising its superb steering feel, supple ride quality..."— Motor Trend, March 2010 A 2010 "Top Safety Pick"(9)— Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Next Steps: Starting at $21,975(1) Calculate Monthly Payment View Current Offers Request a Quote Get a Trade-in Appraisal Check out more Chevrolet vehicle options: Cars Trucks SUVs/Crossovers Vans 2011 Equinox Equinox has the practical features you need and the premium features you didn't know you could have. 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Better than a comparable Camry or Accord. 0 -12 At 33 MPG, Malibu offers highway fuel economy that a comparable Toyota Camry or Honda Accord can’t match(1). Malibu LT and LTZ feature a smooth-shifting 6-speed automatic transmission and a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine with Variable Valve Timing that can cruise up to 528 highway miles on a single fill-up(2). It’s one of eight Chevy models that offer 30 MPG highway or better — more than Honda and Toyota(3). 0 0 1 EPA estimated MPG hwy.: 2010 Malibu with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 6-speed automatic transmission 33, 2010 Toyota Camry with 2.5L 4-cyl. engine and 6-speed automatic transmission 32, Honda Accord with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 5-speed automatic transmission 31. 2 Based on EPA estimated 33 MPG hwy. 3 Based on the latest competitive information. EPA estimated. Models include Aveo, Aveo5, Cobalt, Cobalt XFE, HHR, HHR Panel, select Malibu models, and 2010 Equinox. 0 10 2 730 225 p2 IMAGE LEFT Craftsmanship /assets/en/images/model/2010/malibu/overview/popups_malibu_quality.jpg 0 0 Meticulous attention to detail inside and out. 0 0 You don’t have to be a certified engineer to recognize world-class design. But if you were, the level of craftsmanship on the smooth, clean form would certainly impress you. Equally impressive are the nearly microscopic gaps — many as tight as 1mm — in the interior fitand finish. The flowing dual cockpit makes for a comfortable drive. Acoustic laminated glass — the same concept used in expensive luxury cars — helps create a barrier to keep out unwanted noise. Malibu is designed to drive and handle exceptionally well.Precise, responsive steering and a four-wheel independent suspension deliver a smooth,controlled ride. It’s luxury you’ll appreciate inside, see outside and feel on the road. 0 0 0 0 3 p3 740 283 IMAGE LEFT Safety /assets/en/images/model/2010/malibu/overview/popups_malibu_safety.jpg 0 0 Safety before, during and, thanks to OnStar, after a collision. 0 0 Chevy Malibu received the highest government safety rating — 5 stars — frontal and side-impact crash tests(1). It was also named a 2010 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety(2). With a high-strength steel safety cage, six air bags(3) and lap-shoulder safety belts in all seating positions, you can count on Malibu to be protective in any collision. But what is really comforting about Malibu is its ability to help you avoid collisions in the first place. Technology like StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control with Traction Control and 4-wheel antilock brakes help you stay on the road and in control. And should the unthinkable ever occur, Malibu also comes equipped with OnStar Automatic Crash Response(4) included in the Directions & Connections Plan that’s standard for the first year. Built-in sensors can automatically alert an Advisor, who is immediately connected into your vehicle and can request emergency help be sent to your exact GPS location — even if you’re unable to respond. 0 0 1 Side-impact crash test rating is for a model tested with standard head-curtain side-impact air bags (SABs). Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program. (www.safercar.gov).2 Vehicles built after November 2009.3 Air bag inflation can cause severe injury or death to anyone too close to the bag when it deploys. Be sure every occupant is properly restrained.4 Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for details and system limitations. 0 6 4 680 250 p4 IMAGE LEFT Value 0 0 More than you’d expect for less than you’d expect. 0 -20 Chevy Malibu is equipped with an impressive set of standard features you don’t have to pay extra for. Every single Malibu has OnStar(1) with the Directions & Connections Plan – including Turn-by-Turn Navigation(2) and Automatic Crash Response(3) – standard for the first year. Every Malibu has an MP3-capable stereo and XM Radio(4) with three trial months. Automatic transmission? Standard. Driver Information Center? Standard. Plus safety features like 4-wheel antilock disc brakes, six air bags(5) and StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System with Traction Control – all standard.Topping it all off, Malibu is backed by a 5 yr/100,000 mile(6) transferable PowertrainLimited Warranty plus Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Programs. All starting at just $21,825(7). 0 0 1 Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for details and system limitations.2 Not available in certain areas. Visit onstar.com for coverage map.3 Automatic crash responseIn certain types of collisions, built-in vehicle sensors can automatically alert an OnStar Advisor who is immediately connected into your vehicle and can request emergency help be sent to your determined location.4 XM Radio requires a subscription, sold separately by XM after the first 90 days. XM Radio U.S. service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia. For more information, visit gm.xmradio.com.5 Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.6 Whichever comes first. See dealer for limited warranty details.7 Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment extra. 0 15 5 620 200 p5 IMAGE LEFT Entertainment /assets/en/images/model/2010/malibu/overview/popups_malibu_entertaiment.jpg 0 0 XM, CD, MP3, USB. 0 -12 Road trips used to be spent desperately searching for a good radio station. With XM Radio(1), you get three trial months to check out over 170 digital channels. If you prefer your very own music, just plug your iPod(R)(2) player into the audio jack. Or opt for the LTZwith the BOSE(R) 8-speaker sound system and a USB(3) port. Simply connect your player or even a music-loaded flash drive into the port. Now you can manage your playlists ef–fortlessly through the steering wheel-mounted controls. It even throws a fresh charge on your player for you. 0 0 1 XM Radio requires a subscription, sold separately by XM after the first 90 days. XM Radio U.S. service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia. For more information, visit gm.xmradio.com.2 iPod is a mobile digital device. iPod is a trademark of Apple, Inc. registered in the U S. and other countries.3 Not compatible with all devices. 0 20 6 550 185 p6 IMAGE LEFT Warranty and Coverage 0 0 -6 -20 Chevy Malibu is backed by the Chevy 100,000 mile/5-year(1) transferable Powertrain Limited Warranty. That's 40,000 more than Toyota Camry or Honda Accord(2). Plus, you get 100,000 mile/5-year(1) Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Programs. So, just in case you need a hand, help is on the way to give your vehicle a jump or even fix a flat. That's the kind of confidence and commitment to quality that comes with every Malibu. 0 10 1 Whichever comes first. See dealer for limited warranty details.2 Based on the latest competitive information. 0 15 popup?articleID=191659&make=chevy&model=[model]&deepLink=intro&cmp=PTR_CHEVY_Malibu_MHP_logo_onstar Experience (2) MSRP1: starting at $21,825 View Current Offers Request a Quote Get a Trade-in Appraisal Download Brochure Sign-up for email updates Instructional Copy. (All Fields Required) APR: Term Length: Trade-In value: Down Pymt: Calculate Monthly Payments Enter ZIP code to view current offers. Enter ZIP Submit View Current Offers Calculate Monthly Payment -- SEE WHAT NEW OWNERS HAVE TO SAY May the Best Car Win™ Learn More “SINCE ITS 2008 REDESIGN, THE CHEVROLETMALIBU HAS BEEN THE SURPRISE OF THEAUTOMOTIVE WORLD.” — US News & World Report See what other experts are saying about Malibu. Click to expand “A SEDAN WITH CRISP HANDLING, COMMUNICATIVE STEERING, A PROPERLY TUNED RIDE, AND AN OVERALL FEELING OF QUALITY.” — AUTOMOBILE Magazine 1 EPA estimated. Malibu offers 22 MPG city, 33 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 6-speed automatic transmission; 22 MPG city, 30 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 4-speed automatic transmission; 17 MPG city, 26 hwy. with 3.6L V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission.2 Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc. “... A SERIOUS PLAYER, MALIBU HAS LOOKS, REFINEMENT AND A CLASSY INTERIOR.” — Car and Driver , February 2009 1 EPA estimated. Malibu offers 22 MPG city, 33 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 6-speed automatic transmission; 22 MPG city, 30 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 4-speed automatic transmission; 17 MPG city, 26 hwy. with 3.6L V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission.2 Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc. “DRIVE ONE, AND YOU’LL SEE WHY WE’VE NAMED IT AN ... ALL-STAR WINNER TWO YEARS IN A ROW...” —AUTOMOBILE Magazine, February 2009 1 EPA estimated. Malibu offers 22 MPG city, 33 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 6-speed automatic transmission; 22 MPG city, 30 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 4-speed automatic transmission; 17 MPG city, 26 hwy. with 3.6L V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission.2 Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc. “...LOOKS WONDERFUL...SOLIDLY BUILT AND CAREFULLY CRAFTED INSIDE AND OUT, OFFERS GOOD FUEL ECONOMY(1), DRIVES WONDERFULLY...” —Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com(2) 1 EPA estimated. Malibu offers 22 MPG city, 33 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 6-speed automatic transmission; 22 MPG city, 30 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 4-speed automatic transmission; 17 MPG city, 26 hwy. with 3.6L V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission.2 Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc. “MANY LIKEABLE QUALITIES, SUCH AS A ROOMY, ATTRACTIVE CABIN , NICELY BALANCED RIDE AND HANDLING...A PAIR OF PEPPY ENGINES.” — Edmunds.com 1 EPA estimated. Malibu offers 22 MPG city, 33 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 6-speed automatic transmission; 22 MPG city, 30 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 4-speed automatic transmission; 17 MPG city, 26 hwy. with 3.6L V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission.2 Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc. “...MORE ENJOYABLE TO DRIVE THAN THE TOYOTA CAMRY, BETTER LOOKING THAN THE HONDA ACCORD...” —AUTOMOBILE Magazine 1 EPA estimated. Malibu offers 22 MPG city, 33 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 6-speed automatic transmission; 22 MPG city, 30 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 4-speed automatic transmission; 17 MPG city, 26 hwy. with 3.6L V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission.2 Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc. “SINCE ITS 2008 REDESIGN, THE CHEVROLET MALIBU HAS BEEN THE SURPRISE OF THE AUTOMOTIVE WORLD.” — US News & World Report 1 EPA estimated. Malibu offers 22 MPG city, 33 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 6-speed automatic transmission; 22 MPG city, 30 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 4-speed automatic transmission; 17 MPG city, 26 hwy. with 3.6L V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission.2 Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc. Chevy Malibu has earned universal praise. Experts rave about how it looks or how enjoyable it is to drive or how it’s a car you can count on. SEE PHOTO GALLERY FEAR NO WRONG TURN. OnStar(2) Turn-by-Turn Navigation(4) isstandard for the first year. Click to expand A REAL PERSON TO HELPWITH DIRECTIONS 24/7. Unlike some other nav systems, OnStar(1) with Turn-by-Turn Navigation(2) offers you a real, live Advisor to help — even if you don’t know the full address. Simply push the OnStar button and an Advisor will download directions to your vehicle. An automated voice calls out every turn as you need it, and upcoming turns and street names are displayed on the radio. Or plan trips ahead with eNav(3) at MapQuest.com(R) — skip the printer and send your own personal roadmap to your Malibu before you go. With the Directions & Connections Plan standard on every Chevy Malibu for the first year, trips just don’t get any easier. LEARN MORE 1 Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for details and system limitations.2 Not available in certain areas. Visit onstar.com for coverage map.3 Not available in certain areas and with Verizon Wireless Nationwide Plan with OnStar. Visit onstar.com for coverage map. KEEP THE CALLS.REDUCE THE DISTRACTIONS. Available Bluetooth® wireless technology(5) forselect phones. Click to expand HANDS ON THE WHEEL.EYES ON THE ROAD. Forget about fumbling around with your phone while you drive. Chevy Malibu offers hands-free calling with Bluetooth® wireless technology(1) for select phones. Once you’re inside, it automatically syncs to your phone, even if it’s in your pocket or bag. Now you can answer, transfer and hang up — all from the steering wheel-mounted controls. You can even program up to 30 numbers from your address book for voice dialing. SEE MORE FEATURES 1 The Bluetooth word mark is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG,Inc. and any use of such mark by Chevrolet is under license. Go to gm.com/bluetooth to find out which Bluetooth phones are compatible with the vehicle. TECHNOLOGY TO KEEP YOU SAFE. See how Malibu connects to more than just the road. Click to expand SAFETY IS JUST PART OF WHAT ONSTAR CAN DO. When most people think of OnStar, they think first of safety. But it’s more than that. OnStar also offers Vehicle Diagnostic Reports(1) and Remote Door Unlock(2). Safety is still what’s most important. In certain types of collisions, Automatic Crash Response(3) will alert an OnStar Advisor for you. Help can be sent to your exact GPS location, even if you’re unable to respond. It’s all standard with the Directions & Connections Plan for the first year and includes Turn-by-Turn Navigation(4). Destinations are now safer and easier to drive to. LEARN MORE 1 Capabilities vary by model. Visit onstar.com for details and system limitations.2 Success varies with conditions.3 OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for details and system limitations.4 Not available in certain areas. Visit onstar.com for coverage map. OVER 170 CHANNELS COAST TO COAST. See how XM(6) makes your drive come alive. Click to expand KEEP CURRENT AND ENTERTAINED. XM(1) is standard with three trial months on every Chevy Malibu. XM brings you many commercial-free music channels from virtually every genre, artist-dedicated channels, live performances and more. Tune in to live play-by-play from the biggest sports, exclusive entertainment from top personalities, compelling talk, great comedy, world-class news, local traffic and weather, and family-friendly programming. Everything worth listening to is on XM. LEARN MORE 1 XM Radio requires a subscription, sold separately by XM after the first 90 days. XM Radio U.S. service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia. For more information, visit gm.xmradio.com. SEE WHAT AUTOMOBILE MAGAZINE'S EDITOR-IN-CHIEF SAYS ABOUT MALIBU. Click to play video. AUTOMOBILE MAGAZINE�SEDITOR-IN-CHIEF, JEAN JENNINGS, GIVES AN OVERVIEW OF THE AWARD-WINNING CHEVY MALIBU. Learn More BOSE SOUND SYSTEM NOW AVAILABLE Eight-speaker, custom-engineered sound available on 2LT andstandard on LTZ. Click to expand CUSTOM-ENGINEERED SOUND FOR YOUR MALIBU Malibu now offers a Bose® custom-engineered sound system that delivers full, powerful, balanced sound with striking clarity. Available on the 2LT and standard on LTZ, this system features woofers strategically placed in the front-doors and rear deck to deliver full, powerful, low-frequency sound. Six channels of custom equalization helps tune the sound specifically for your vehicle, and creates quality audio that approaches live performance levels, without distortion. LEARN MORE ++ Read About Malibu Since its redesign, Chevy Malibu has won over 30 awards with tons of accolades for quality, value and style. The experts fell in love with virtually every aspect of it: refined interior, precision build, responsive handling and overall beauty. Malibu also offers an EPA estimated 33 MPG hwy., better than a comparable Toyota Camry or Honda Accord1. Features like XM Radio2 with three trial months, OnStar3 Turn-by-Turn Navigation4 for the first year and available Bluetooth® wireless technology5 for select phones enhance every moment you're behind the wheel. The level of safety is even more impressive. It's a comprehensive checklist designed to react, reduce and respond to the unexpected – highlighted by OnStar with Automatic Crash Response6 standard for the first year. The 2010 Malibu also earned the highest government safety rating – 5 stars – for frontal and side-impact crash tests7. Award-winning, fuel-efficient8, safe and sophisticated, Chevy Malibu is a car that you will be proud of. 1 Malibu with 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and 6-speed automatic transmission. 2010 Toyota Camry with 2.5L 4-cylinder engine and 6-speed automatic transmission offers an EPA est. 32 MPG hwy. 2009 Honda Accord with 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and 5-speed automatic transmission offers an EPA est. 30 MPG hwy. 2 XM Radio requires a subscription, sold separately by XM after the first 90 days. XM Radio U.S. service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia. For more information, visit gm.xmradio.com. 3 Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for details and system limitations. 4 Not available in certain areas. Visit onstar.com for coverage map. 5 The Bluetooth word mark is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such mark by Chevrolet is under license. Go to gm.com/bluetooth to find out which Bluetooth phones are compatible with the vehicle. 6 In certain types of collisions, built-in vehicle sensors can automatically alert an OnStar Advisor who is immediately connected into your vehicle and can request emergency help be sent to your determined location. 7 Side-impact crash test rating is for a model tested with standard head-curtain side-impact air bags (SABs). Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program. (www.safercar.gov). 8 EPA estimated. Malibu offers 22 MPG city, 33 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 6-speed automatic transmission; 22 MPG city, 30 hwy. with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 4-speed automatic transmission; 17 MPG city, 26 hwy. with 3.6L V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission. Help Center Contact Us Get Email Updates Download a Brochure Sitemap GM Sites Chevrolet Worldwide RSS Chevrolet.com Espa�ol �2010 General Motors Copyright & Trademark Info Privacy Statement Important Information User Guidelines Cars Trucks SUVs/Crossovers Vans 1 The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment. Click here to see all Chevrolet vehicles' destination freight charges. 2 Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for details and system limitations. 4 Not available in certain areas. Visit onstar.com for coverage map. 5 Go to gm.com/bluetooth to find out which phones are compatible with the vehicle. 6 XM Radio requires a subscription, sold separately by XM after the first 90 days. XM Radio U.S. service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia. For more information, visit gm.xmradio.com. 1 The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment. Click here to see all Chevrolet vehicles' destination freight charges. 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NHTSA proposes mandatory backup cameras by 2014 Officially Official: 2012 Audi A6 grows up, borrows a page from A8 ←→ Review: 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 1LT by Steven J. Ewing (RSS feed) on Sep 17th 2010 at 11:58AM Can This Aging Sedan Hold Out Until Help Arrives? 2010 Chevrolet Malibu - Click above for high-res image gallery The year was 2007. The top-selling mid-size sedan, the Toyota Camry, was garnering a lot of praise from its most recent refresh, and automakers were furiously scribbling on notepads trying to get their next round of competitive vehicles out the door. General Motors had been going through a long string of bad press due to lackluster quality on the vast majority of its vehicles, and a big change needed to take place. Enter the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. When it launched, GM was proud not only of its design and engineering, but of the improved quality and higher-grade craftsmanship that had been put into its new mid-sizer. The new Malibu made a big splash – so much so that it was named the 2008 North American Car of the Year, and the well-to-do sedan started selling in droves. But now it's 2010, and since the Malibu's launch we've seen new versions of the Mazda6, Ford Fusion, Hyundai Sonata and Subaru Legacy, not to mention first-time entries into the segment like the Suzuki Kizashi. The initial praise that the Camry enjoyed in 2007 is now fading fast, and the Malibu has two more years left until an all-new model arrives. So with all the stiff new competition on the block, does the Malibu still lead the pack, simply keep up or something worse? Continue reading... Gallery: Review: 2010 Chevrolet Malibu Photos copyright ©2010 Steven J. Ewing / AOL One thing we've always noticed about the current Chevrolet Malibu is how big the sedan looks compared to everything else in its class – odd, too, because at 191.8 inches long, it's actually shorter than the Honda Accord and Mazda6. This size illusion can mostly be chalked up to the fact that, of every car in the mid-size sedan segment, the Malibu's design is the one that could stand to flex its muscles a bit more. Still, we don't think GM made any mistakes by sticking to a more conservative design with perhaps its most important volume model – remember, this is a car that has to be attractive to the widest variety of shoppers. The Camry, for example, certainly won't win any beauty pageants, but those still sell like there's a winning lottery ticket locked in the trunk. Our mid-grade 1LT tester wasn't loaded to the brim with exterior goodies like foglamps, large alloy wheels or the LED taillamps found on higher-spec Malibus, but it's still an attractive package (though we'd never order a tan/brown car with GM's 17-inch chrome-clad wheels). Our only real beef with the Malibu's design is the rear fascia – those pointed-tip taillamps slapped on a flat, upright surface don't exactly speak of stylishness. What starts as a clean, attractive car up front comes to a quick end out back, and we're interested to see what the 2012 Mailbu, with its reportedly Camaro-inspired rear end, will look like. While the exterior styling is a conservative win for The General, the interior refinement speaks of old GM habits. There's no originality to the Malibu's cabin, and this hurts when compared to the competition. The Hyundai Sonata, for example, has an interior that doesn't look like anything else in the automaker's portfolio. Even the Ford Fusion's cabin looks unique within the Blue Oval lineup. You'll find the Malibu's steering wheel in the Chevrolet HHR and even the Corvette, as well as departed GM offerings like the Pontiac G6 and Chevy Cobalt. A similar story can be said about the radio head unit and HVAC controls. Granted, it makes the Malibu's interior feel familiar and intuitive, but that isn't a good thing in this instance. Upon first take, we found ourselves thinking, "Oh. You again." Still, the simplistic, no-frills interior is easy to live with, especially if you're the type who is overwhelmed by buttons and technology. The dash plastics could be higher quality and we don't quite care for the two-tone brown-and-beige color scheme on our test car, but the latter can be fixed by ticking a different option box on your order sheet. Both the front and rear seats are comfortable with plenty of cushioning and support and all dials and gauges are easy to understand. It's very much rental car chic in the Malibu, and though it won't offend anyone, a wholly revamped interior can't come soon enough. By comparison, nearly every other car in the class looks and feels more upscale. One area where the Malibu still excels, though, is its powertrain. Both an inline four-cylinder and V6 engine are available, but in a world where four-cylinders are becoming more and more refined, our tester's 2.4-liter engine is a real honey. 169 horsepower and 160 pound-feet of torque doesn't sound too impressive, but we never felt ourselves yearning for more power. What's more, the slick six-speed automatic transmission is nicely mated to this engine, and fuel economy is a respectable 22/33 miles per gallon city/highway. It isn't as impressive as the Sonata's 35 mpg highway claim, but this engine is one of the best four-cylinders in the segment. Too bad it isn't the direct-injected unit that GM currently uses it in the Buick LaCrosse and Regal, as well as the Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain twins. Having a smooth, sufficient powertrain on board means the Malibu goes down the road nicely, devoid of any harsh gear transitions or weird bursts of power at different points in the rev range. It's a piece of cake to drive, and while all of the sedan's dynamic points (steering, suspension, etc.) are bland in terms of driver involvement, you never feel too disconnected from what's going on. Moreover, we find the Malibu to just be easy to drive in any scenario. It doesn't slug along on the highway and it isn't tough to manage through stop-and-go city traffic. Once you get used to the slightly too-large steering wheel, the action of turning takes little effort without feeling overboosted, especially at initial turn-in. The throttle is easy to modulate and doesn't deliver a jolt of power upon tip-in, and when it comes time to stop, the brake pedal is soft but never feels overwhelmed. The relatively soft suspension certainly won't inspire any confidence out on canyon roads, but this isn't what the Malibu was made for. Competitors like the Mazda6 or Subaru Legacy can get away with a more sporting feel because their respective brand images speak to that, and that's fine – if you're shopping sport sedans, the Malibu probably isn't on your list to begin with. All in, the Malibu's biggest weakness is its failure to keep up with the latest changes to the mid-size sedan segment. It isn't particularly bad at anything it does (save interior refinement, perhaps), but it still isn't as good as the vast majority of the newer competition. It may sound degrading, but the Malibu is the sort of car created for people who don't care about cars – it's easy to use, non-offensive in every way and manages to remain pretty affordable within its class. Our 1LT four-cylinder test car with cloth seats, no navigation, no sunroof, and moderately sized alloy wheels only commands $23,545 – completely reasonable in 2010. Still, we can't overlook the fact that the base Hyundai Sonata GLS we recently tested undercuts the Malibu's price by $2,000, and for our money, we'd take the Hyundai, hands down and twice on Tuesdays. The next-generation Malibu isn't too far down the pipeline, and with GM's effort to boost the image of its brands in full swing, we expect Chevy's next best-seller will be better poised to compete with the strong competition. After all, If GM managed to win us over in 2007 with this current Malibu, it's sure to be competitive in its next iteration. Gallery: Review: 2010 Chevrolet Malibu Photos copyright ©2010 Steven J. Ewing / AOL Filed under: Budget, Sedan, Chevrolet, GM, ReviewsTags: 2010 chevrolet malibu, chevrolet, chevrolet malibu, ChevroletMalibu, featured, malibu, review, reviews Print this Email this Comments (97) Tweet '); })(document); Chevy Vehicles 2010 Chevrolet Chevrolet Convertibles Chevrolet Coupes Chevrolet Sedans Chevrolet Trucks Chevy Cars Chevy Aveo Chevy Cobalt Chevy Camaro Chevy Corvette Chevy Equinox Chevy HHR Chevy Malibu Chevy Silverado Chevy Traverse Chevy Volt Used Chevy for Sale Powered by AOL Autos Related From AutoblogAutoblog Podcast #198 - Paris Motor Show, Lotus unveilings, Chevrolet Montana67 days agoDaily U-Turn: What you missed on 9.17.1085 days agoSpy Shots: 2012 Chevrolet Malibu continues its camo striptease110 days ago Reader Comments (Page 1 of 5)69.9770817418%1Avinash machado 12:03PM (9/17/2010)They should have facelifted it regularly instead of letting it rot on the vine.Reply ↓↑report55.9139784946%2usa1 12:38PM (9/17/2010)You mean like the the Accord and Camry which are a year older than the Malibu? ↓↑report78.387782718%3inline6 12:43PM (9/17/2010)If GM let the Malibu rot on the vine, what has Toyota done?The current Camry came out in January 2006 as a 2007 model.The current Altima was new for '07, as well.The current Accord was released at the same time as the Malibu.The Malibu was said at the time it debuted to be as good as or better than these cars - which are the SALES LEADERS of this segment and haven't changed appreciably since their intros - to this day.I'm getting whiplash here! ↓↑report57.4462365591%4Not THAT Matt 1:16PM (9/17/2010)Exactly. The Camry is the most stale design around.The Malibu is a few years old, but it's still modern enough. And for it's purpose (a bit more Buick and a bet less Honda Accord), it's a capable and inexpensive comfortable mid-sizer.I'm just curious how GM will follow this up with new stuff like the new Sonata and Optima setting the bar so high. I guess the same could be said for other manufacturers, though. ↓↑report61.3445378151%5Jake B 1:57PM (9/17/2010)Correct on Accord and Camry, FALSE on Altima.The Nissan Altima received a healthy facelift in the 2010 model year and for 2011 gets more updates in the form of upgraded option packages, special editions, and new paint codes. ↓↑report66.69921875%6John H. 2:01PM (9/17/2010)Is the car doing so badly that it needs a mid-cycle facelift? Is it obviously worse-looking compared to a Camry or Accord?Not really. It's good enough and selling well enough, which is a testament to GM actually getting it right.And as we saw, HGTV's Car Hunters probably weren't repelled by it. The 2012 Malibu should be interesting, and I look forward to seeing it. ↓↑report72.8519109776%7Jim 3:05PM (9/17/2010)"rot on the vine?" it's only in its third model year. Honyota doesn't even refresh their cars this often.now the old Taurus, *there's* an example of letting something wither away on the vine. ↓↑report57.4462365591%8Not THAT Matt 3:12PM (9/17/2010)I know styling is subjective, but anybody who finds the Camry more attractive than the Malibu (or anything else in the segment that isn't made by Chrysler, really) needs their eyes checked or to put their contact lenses back in. =) ↓↑report68.6060606061%9tekdemon 5:19PM (9/17/2010)The Camry did get a facelift though, Toyota runs their more popular cars on a 5 year cycle and it's usually 3 years then a mid-cycle refresh then a new model 2 years after that. The refresh was enough to bump it back up in the motor trend test. ↓↑report62%10Monkaroo 5:54PM (9/17/2010)I think GM needs to make sure there are not to many cut lines in the dash and that the dash feels like it is one piece. Also please GM design the A/C and Radio controls to be specific to that model and not look like they came from the parts bin. GM should continue product improvements throughout the life cycle of each model...engine, noise, vibration, exterior/interior etc.Back in 2008 Hyundai redesigned the Sonata interior to fix some of the critiques from the 2005-2007 model and it looked great. It can be done. 2005-2007 Interior http://tinyurl.com/292wxvz2008 Interior http://tinyurl.com/244ox9j ↓↑report63.608033241%11tanooki2003 12:15PM (9/20/2010)Regardless what anyone has to say about who's more stale it still remains that the Malibu is and will still continue to be the biggest violator when it comes to interior space vs exterior size. This has always been a problem with GM and Chrysler cars for many years. The malibu has the second smallest interior space when compared to cars in it's class. The first is the Avenger/Sebring. Another fact is that the Hyundai Elantra has just only .9 cubic inches smaller interior space than the Malibu, and it is considered a compact car. Compare for yourself. Just go to a rental agency that has it's comparable class competitors such as the Camry, Accord, Sonata, Mazda 6, Subaru, and Fusion. GM might've had a leg up if Ford was still carrying the 1st gen Fusion.The only thing that the Malibu has going for it are people who are loyal to GM or somehow not bothered by it's punishing interior space for a midsize car, especially in the rear seats and trunk space. Again compare for yourself at a typical rental agency. It will be painfully obvious. Also do keep in mind that most people who buy cars in this segment are more about function over form. The next gen Malibu had BETTER be advanced (not just in techno gadgetry) over the cars in it's class if it wants to at least stay a fresh leader fresh longer than 7 months, which would be a record for most GM cars these days. This means they had better do a much better job then when they finally announced the Cruze or it will end up becoming stale to almost invisible in the next 7 months after public release. ↓↑report58.0530973451%12Upthewazzu 12:06PM (9/17/2010)Geesh, that car's interior did not age well. And why in the world did GM saddle it with such a mammoth steering wheel. It really is big. Much bigger than the review describes it. The exterior is beautiful, however. The rear end could use some work, but honestly I think its the best looking mid-sizer on the market.Reply ↓↑report68.66359447%13jhwnissan 12:15PM (9/17/2010)Well, at least they didn't saddle it with the Cobalt steering wheel. (Corvette, I'm looking at you.) ↓↑report58.0530973451%14Upthewazzu 12:22PM (9/17/2010)jhwnissan,That IS the Cobalt steering wheel. ↓↑report81.4222115269%15montoym 1:11PM (9/17/2010)I don't know if the LTZ's leather-wrapped wheel is different or not(it looks largely the same), but the one in my parent's '09 LTZ feels perfectly fine to me and doesn't seem overly large while driving. ↓↑report78.0587668593%16ToniCipriani 1:27PM (9/17/2010)No it isn't. Cobalt/Corvette's steering wheel is smaller. ↓↑report67.6225234619%17Bob-omb 3:08PM (9/17/2010)The interior looked iffy from the start, but the fanboys were calling this the car that would save GM and drowned out everyone else. It's nice to finally hear some people accurately appraising the car.And yeah, the steering wheel looks like the same giant thing in my G6. If we hadn't owned a 90s Caravan, it'd be the worst car we've owned in the last 30 years. ↓↑report57.4462365591%18Not THAT Matt 8:42PM (9/17/2010)It's not the Cobalt steering wheel.It's the G6 (07 and later) steering wheel.The Cobalt steering wheel is significantly smaller. I've owned a Cobalt AND a G6 (an 07) so I feel semi-qualified to make this statement. :D ↓↑report68.66359447%19jhwnissan 12:06PM (9/17/2010)I noticed one thing.. no mention of Nissan and the long in the tooth Altima. How does it currently compare? You made mention of almost all the other competition. Great write up, just wondering how it stacks up as I'm a bit of a Nissan fan.Reply ↓↑report67.9526563065%20dukeisduke 12:10PM (9/17/2010)Aging? I think it's a good-looking car. And when you compare it to the previous-generation box? Light-years ahead. I mean, it's only in its third year. 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All rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Trademarks | AOL A-Z HELP | Advertise With Us || VehiclesWallpaperEventsPrice Guide HomeSedansManufacturersChevrolet2011 Chevrolet Malibu Produced2008 - LA Auto Show 2010 Malibu OverviewWallpaperSpecificationsComments Image credits: © Chevrolet. GM Corp MSRP: $21,975-27,015Invoice: $20,875-25,665 2011 Chevrolet Malibu news, pictures, and information AWARD-WINNING MALIBU GROWS CHEVY'S MIDSIZE PASSENGER CAR PRESENCE, IS ONLY MIDSIZE SEDAN WITH STANDARD NAVIGATIONSince its introduction as an all-new model for the 2008 model year, the Chevrolet Malibu has continued to earn praise from consumers, automotive critics and industry experts. Malibu was recently named a Best Buy by Consumers Digest for the second year in a row, and a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for 2010. That's on top of 2008 North American Car of the Year honors by automotive journalists, and more than 40 other awards since the car's introduction.More importantly, the proof of Malibu's success is on the road, because consumer demand for Malibu has been steadily increasing. Since its launch, Malibu has doubled Chevrolet's share of the fiercely competitive midsize car market, and average transaction prices have climbed almost $3,000. Sales were up 39 percent in the first quarter of 2010.'The Malibu continues to be a very powerful challenger in the midsize segment by providing customers with a gorgeous, fuel-efficient sedan packed with value-added amenities,' said Jim Campbell, U.S. vice president, Chevrolet marketing. 'Word is out that Malibu delivers a lot of car for the money, and the result is that we are bringing new customers to Chevrolet every day, as well as those who may not have driven a Chevrolet in a while.'New for 2011Malibu's 2011 model year changes include:• The fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmission is now standard on all models; previously it was only available on the LT and LTZ models. Malibu no longer offers a four-speed automatic• TAPshift manual shift control now standard on all models• 17-inch bright finish aluminum wheels are standard on Malibu 1LT• 18-inch Chrome Tech aluminum wheels are included in Malibu 2LT V-6 package• OnStar 9.0 hardware, which offers improved voice recognition and six months of uplevel Directions and Connections service including Turn-by-Turn navigation, making Malibu the only midsize car that offers standard navigation service.The 2011 Malibu is offered in three well-equipped trim levels: LS, LT and LTZ – all with a standard, fuel-efficient, four-cylinder 2.4L Ecotec engine and six-speed transmission that deliver 33 mpg highway. A 252-horsepower 3.6L V-6 is available on 2LT and LTZ models. Chevrolet expects that about 60 percent of customers will choose either the 1LT or 2LT model.Also standard on all Malibu models are four-wheel anti-lock brakes; StabiliTrak electronic stability control; AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback; XM Satellite Radio; OnStar 9.0 with six months of Directions and Connections service and Turn-by-Turn Navigation; power height driver seat adjuster with power lumbar; Remote Keyless Entry and cruise control. A compact spare tire and jack assembly are available on all models.On LS models, custom cloth front bucket seats are standard, along with 17-inch fascia spoke wheels with painted sterling silver trim. Bluetooth connectivity and carpeted front and rear floor mats are available.Malibu 1LT adds steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls; power body-color outside mirrors; 17-inch bright finish aluminum wheels, bright exterior accents and carpeted front and rear floor mats. Six-way power driver seat adjuster; remote vehicle start; Bluetooth connectivity; and an interface package including uplevel AM/FM stereo with USB port and CD player and 110V AC rear power center are available.Malibu 2LT models add 17-inch Chrome Tech aluminum wheels, UltraLux trim seats with heated six-way power driver and front passenger seat; remote vehicle starter system; leather-wrapped steering wheel. Bluetooth connectivity for phone; and chrome exhaust tip. A premium floor and trunk mat package; interface package; premium eight-speaker Bose audio system and power sunroof are available. When the V-6 package is selected on the 2LT model, 18-inch Chrome Tech aluminum wheels are included.The premium Malibu LTZ model adds front heated leather-appointed seats with eight-way power driver seat and six-way power passenger seat; AM/FM stereo with USB port and MP3 playback; eight-speaker Bose premium audio system; automatic climate control; premium carpeted front and rear floor mats; power, heated body-color outside mirrors; fog lamps, 18-inch, 10-spoke bright aluminum wheels. A power sunroof and V-6 package are both optional.Fuel-saving six-speed transmissions standard on all models for 2011Malibu's 169-horsepower (126 kW) four-cylinder 2.4L Ecotec engine is partnered with a 6T40 six-speed transmission to deliver a great balance of performance and fuel efficiency. Malibu was the first midsize sedan to offer a standard four-cylinder/six-speed automatic transmission combination. EPA-estimated fuel economy for this DOHC powertrain with variable valve timing is 22 mpg in the city and an impressive 33 on the highway. If more power is desired, Malibu 2LT and LTZ are available with the 3.6L V-6 VVT – a sophisticated, all-aluminum DOHC engine that uses variable valve technology to produce 252 horsepower (188 kW)* while delivering EPA-estimated fuel economy of 17 mpg city and 26 mpg in highway driving. It, too, is mated with a Hydra-Matic 6T70 six-speed automatic transmission. The Malibu six-speed transmissions enable a strong balance between performance and fuel efficiency, with the six forward gears offering optimized performance at all rpm levels, as well as reduced rpm at highway cruising speeds. Lower rpm can enhance fuel economy and reduce cabin noise. The six-speed transmissions also feature TAPshift, which enables the driver to shift manually through the gears. All Malibu powertrains are backed by GM's five-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, the best and most comprehensive in the industry.DesignWith its strong stance and bold proportions, the Malibu has a profile that reinforces its substantial feel. Clean, pure lines and wheels pushed to the corners, as well as a visually lower, yet longer, greenhouse and a shorter deck suggest motion, agility and attitude. The body sides are clean and elegant, interrupted only by distinctive, wheel-oriented forms that communicate an aggressive, stable stance and a rear profile with Corvette cues that connects to Chevrolet's rich performance heritage. .The interior's attention to detail matches the Malibu's exterior, with an ergonomic design using premium materials that convey quality and value. The integrated, flowing instrument panel features a Chevrolet-signature dual-cockpit design, with prominent gauges backlit in blue, and metallic or wood grain accents. Engineering out the noiseMalibu's strong structure provides an exceptionally quiet environment. Along with the robust chassis, which minimizes vibration and noise, the body construction uses noise-reducing materials – such as liquid spray-on sound deadener, laminated steel and composite wheel liners – to deliver one the segment's quietest, most refined driving experiences. Laminated 'quiet glass' also contributes to a quiet environment. Ambient lighting in areas such as the overhead console and door-pull pockets enhances the Malibu's inviting feel. The overhead console-mounted LED floodlights provide subdued lighting to the center console area between the front seats. Malibu also comes with a standard AM/FM stereo system CD player with MP3 playback capability and XM Satellite Radio. Available upgrades on certain models include a premium eight-speaker, Bose sound system that is standard on LTZ and available on 2LT. Driving experienceMalibu challenges any notion that a midsize sedan can't deliver driving satisfaction. Malibu's long, 112.3-inch (2,852 mm) wheelbase and wheels-at-the corner stance enable precise, responsive ride and handling characteristics. The balanced, four-wheel independent suspension system features a MacPherson strut front suspension design and multi-link rear suspension. GM's standard StabiliTrak electronic stability control system uses sophisticated vehicle sensors tied to the anti-lock braking system to help the driver maintain control during certain maneuvers, especially ones of an emergency nature. The brake assistance feature provides full braking power when a panic-braking event is detected. This can reduce the braking distance, providing more control in helping to avoid a crash. Steering response is precise and immediate, thanks to tuned steering systems designed for each model. Malibu models equipped with the 2.4L engine use a variable electric power-assist steering system, while V-6 models employ a hydraulic-assisted steering system. A family of 17- and 18-inch wheels is offered with Malibu, all tailored with a tight wheel-to-body relationship. LS models come with 17-inch fascia spoke wheels and for 2011, 1LT models feature 17-inch bright aluminum wheels. The 2LT V-6 package includes new 18-inch Chrome Tech aluminum wheels.Safe and secureThe Malibu enhances its popularity as a family sedan with a comprehensive roster of standard and available features that helps protect occupants before, during and after a crash. They include:• Dual-stage driver and front passenger frontal air bags with GM Passenger Sensing System• Standard four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes with StabiliTrak electronic stability control system, traction control and panic braking assist• Head curtain side-impact air bags (front and rear outboard seats)• Front seat-mounted thorax protection side air bags• Front safety belt pretensioners• LATCH child safety seat anchors• Safety cage construction with strategic use of high-strength steel for structural integrity helps protect occupants; magnesium cross-car beams help improve protection in side-impact crashes• Tire pressure monitoring system• OnStar Automatic Crash Response.For 2011, Malibu includes OnStar 9.0, which, in addition to ACR, features improved voice recognition technology, remote diagnostics, remote door unlock, Stolen Vehicle Slowdown and six months of uplevel Directions and Connections service that includes Turn-By-Turn Navigation. It is the first factory-installed, fully integrated GPS navigation system from OnStar. Malibu is the only midsize car that offers standard navigation. Turn-by-Turn allows consumers to talk to a live adviser, who in turn sends complete step-by-step directions to customers' vehicles through their OnStar system. These audio directions automatically play through the vehicle's stereo as needed, triggered by the OnStar system's GPS capabilities. The directions also are displayed on the radio screen. This enables drivers to be guided to their destination while keeping their hands on the wheel and their eyes on the road.Malibu also offers OnStar eNav, which lets subscribers plan their trips on MapQuest.com and later and call them up from within the vehicle. The driver pushes the OnStar button and follows voice commands to retrieve the directions using OnStar's Turn-by-Turn voice navigation.*SAE certified.Source - Chevrolet Named for Malibu, California, the Malibu name has had a distinct history that began in 1963 and continued for nearly 20 years. Following a thirteen-year break, the Chevy Malibu name once again appeared in 1996, and again in 2003 as the latest generation was presented. The name Malibu was originally utilized as the description for Chevrolet's top series models in the Chevelle line in 1964. This line continued all the way up to the 1983 model year. A mid-sized vehicle, the Malibu is produced in the United States by General Motors. Attempting to stay smaller than the full-size Impala model, the Malibu is marketed in the U.S., Mexico, Canada and Israel.1964 was the original production year of the Chevelle Malibu. Production continued until 1972 and the Malibu was restyled for the 73 model year. The lineup included the base Chevelle Deluxe, mid-range Malibu and the top-line Laguna. The Deluxe was dropped in 1974 and the Malibu took the place as the entry-level Chevelle. The Malibu classic also replaced the Laguna trim package. Continuing until 197, the SS was introduced and replaced the Laguna S-3 model.Except the Monte Carlo coupe, the Malibu name replaced the Chevelle name on all mid-sized Chevrolets for the 1978 model year. As this was the down-sized version in comparison to previous mid-sized Chevrolets, only two trim levels were available, Malibu and Malibu Classic. A total of three body-styles were introduced, the station wagon, coupe and sedan. In 1981, the two-door coupe, which was mnemonic of the 1964 Chevelle hardtop was last produced. Today this coupe has been a highly sought after collector item for drag racers. Filling the void for mid-sized police vehicles, once the Chevrolet Nova ended production, the 9C1 police option was transferred to the 4-door Malibu line. A special order of Malibu sedans was also produced in 1981 by GM Canada, though this was eventually rejected due to quality concerns. These Malibu's were considered undesirable with the combination of the smallest V6 engine and a 3-speed manual transmission and the 'Iraqui Taxi's' were auctioned off to the public at an extremely reduced rate.The final year that a Malibu Classic was marketed, the 82 Malibu shared GM's re-designated rear-wheel drive G platform with the Pontiac Grand Prix and the Oldsmobile Cutlass. Before being replaced by the front-wheel drive Chevrolet Celebrity, 4-door sedan Malibu's were produced until 1983. The El Camino continued to be produced in 1987 though the sedan and wagon were soon phased out. For 1997, the Malibu was named Motor Trend magazine's Car of the Year. In the same year and an all new front-wheel drive Malibu built on an extended wheelbase version of the GM N platform was introduced. The Malibu shared the N platform the with Pontiac Grand Am, Buick Skylark, Oldsmobile Alero and Achieva and was produced at the Oklahoma City Assembly plant and the Wilmington Assembly plant. Production was eventually moved to Lansing, Michigan. Before the Oldsmobile Alero, the Oldsmobile Cutlass was a clone of the Malibu as a stopgap vehicle and replaced the Chevy Corsica. Falling between the Cavalier and the Lumina in the Chevrolet lineup, the Malibu has taken the place of the now discontinued Corsica. A high level of standard equipment is found in the Malibu, and due to the competitive nature of midsize sedan market, the price is highly aggressive. An all-new, front-wheel-drive midsize sedan was introduced in 1997 for the model year. Emphasized body edges are showcased in the present series, which is a mid-sized, 5-seat sedan that is constructed on the Epsilon chassis designed in Germany also used in the Opel Vectra and Saab 9-3.Malibu's were designed with a front grille with the Malibu logo in silver in the center from 97 to 99. The blue Chevrolet emblem on the front grille was placed on the 2000 to 2003 models. In 2000, the 3.1 L V6 was updated with 170 hp while the 4-cylinder was dropped. The 4-cylinder was reintroduced in 2004, while the N-body Malibu/Chevrolet Classic continued in production until 05. In 2008, the Malibu is scheduled to be redesigned and built on the long-wheelbase Epsilon platform before being released to the public.Jessica DonaldsonFor more information and related vehicles, click hereModel Year Changes17-inch ultra bright aluminum wheels standard on Malibu 1LT18-inch Chrome Tech aluminum wheels included in Malibu 2LT V-6 packageFuel-saving six-speed automatic transmission standard on all modelsOnStar 9.0 hardware features improved voice recognition and six months of uplevel Directions and Connections service with Turn-by-Turn NavigationTAPshift manual shift control standard across lineup; controlled by rocker switch on shift knob|More © 1998-2010. All rights reserved. The material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 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