2012 Chevrolet Malibu

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Basic Specs

Base Price $22,110
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 3432
City (MPG) 22
Hwy (MPG) 33
Horsepower 169@6400
Torque (lb-ft) 160@4500
Wheelbase 112.3
Length (in.) 191.8
Width (in.) 70.3
Height (in.) 57.1

Chevrolet has revamped its bread-and-butter Malibu mid-size sedan for the latest model year, giving it a fresh look inside and out while also offering an efficient new Malibu Eco mild hybrid model. Though slightly shorter than its predecessor, the new Malibu hardly gives up any space inside and gains more responsive handling thanks in part to its smaller size.

What’s under the hood?
A noteworthy change comes from Chevrolet now that we have confirmed the Bow Tie brand will drop the low-volume V6 currently offered in the Malibu in favor of a Hyundai Sonata -inspired four-cylinder-only lineup.

The new entry-level 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine comes sporting a dual overhead cam setup with direct injection. This engine is good for a healthy 197 horsepower and 191 lb-ft of torque. The V6 replacing-motor is a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four that produces 259 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. Both mills will come with a standard six-speed automatic transmission.

The EPA has yet to test either of these new four-pots, and Chevy is remaining mum and not even offering estimated fuel economy at this time. Despite the obvious moves towards efficiency, Chevy promises that the all-new Malibu will deliver “precise ride and handling,” which it says has been engineered to be best-in-class – even going as far as to suggest that it will match more expensive sports sedans.

What’s inside?
One of the strong points of GM’s newest sedan is a compelling interior, complete with a blend of metallic, chrome and wood surfaces throughout the cabin. The stylization accents range from bits on the shifter, center stack, instrument cluster, steering wheel and the doors. The car’s party piece arrives in the form of a trick fold-out screen, a first of this type in a GM product, and first in any U.S. midsize car.

That same folding seven-inch screen will come with Chevy’s new infotainment system, MyLink, which allows for Pandora streaming radio and Stitcher SmartRadio, as well as Bluetooth and other technologies.

Interior lighting is anything but scarce, and Ice Blue is the order of the day – ranging from gauge cluster displays to accent lighting that stretches throughout and across the cabin.

Safety counts in family sedans
GM knows that safety is paramount in any vehicle, particularly one that will likely be used to haul families around town and across country, and as such, the Malibu comes packed with an array of technology aimed at keeping its occupants safe. Both the driver and front passenger, in the event of an accident, will find themselves cocooned in dual-stage air bags, pelvic/thorax side-impact airbags and even knee airbags.

There are also roof air bags that offer rollover protection, and Chevy will offer available second-row pelvic/thorax side-impact airbags, a lane departure warning system with forward collision alert and an available rearview camera system. Of course, OnStar with Automatic Crash Response is also included, and now boasts improved voice recognition technology, as well as a myriad of improvements aimed at ease of use rather than safety concerns.

Size matters
Among the extensive list of changes is a 4.5-inch shorter wheelbase, as well as a 62-inch track width that is just over 2 inches wider than the outgoing model. The end result is a more sporting platform that aims to deliver on Chevy’s promise for a sporty driving dynamic.

Key Competitors
Among the many competitors to the Malibu include its cross-town rivals, the Ford Fusion and Chrysler 200, as well as the thoughtfully designed Honda Accord.

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    • General
    • Body Style: Sedan
    • Size: Midsize
    • Market Segment: Standard
    • Weight: 3432 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length: 191.8 in.
    • Width: 70.3 in.
    • Height: 57.1 in.
    • Wheelbase: 112.3 in.
    • Ground Clearance: TBD
    • Front Track: 59.6 in.
    • Rear Track: 60.0 in.
    • Weight Distribution: TBD
    • Drag Coefficient: TBD
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 5
    • Passenger Volume: 97.7 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume: 15.1 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): TBD
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 42.2 in.
    • Head Room: 39.4 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 55.9 in.
    • Hip Room: 53.0 in.
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 37.6 in.
    • Head Room: 37.2 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 53.9 in.
    • Hip Room: 52.1 in.
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Gas
    • Engine Type: 2.4L I4
    • Power: 169 hp @ 6400 rpm
    • Torque: 160 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
    • Highway Fuel Economy: 33 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy: 22 mpg
    • Forced Induction: None
    • Direct Injection: No
    • Chassis
    • Layout: Front Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension: Strut-Type
    • Rear Suspension: Multi-Link
    • Wheels
    • Front: 17" Steel
    • Front Tires: P225/50R17
    • Rear: 17" Steel
    • Rear Tires: P225/50R17
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight: 1000 lbs
    • Payload: N/A
    • Tongue Weight: TBD

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      1LS

      • 33 MPG hwy(3) with 2.4L DOHC 4-cylinder engine and 6-speed automatic transmission
      • 17" wheels with painted Sterling Silver trim
      • Body-color moldings
      • Custom Cloth seats
      • AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 player and auxiliary audio input jack

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      1LT

      • 33 MPG hwy(3) with 2.4L DOHC 4-cylinder engine and 6-speed automatic transmission
      • New 17" ultra bright aluminum wheels
      • Bright accent front and rear fascias; body-color rocker moldings with bright inserts Body color, Body side moldings
      • Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
      • USB port
      • Compact spare tire
      • Floor mats - carpeted

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      2LT

      • 33 MPG highway(2) with 2.4L DOHC 4-cylinder engine and 6-speed automatic transmission
      • 17" Chrome-Tech aluminum wheels
      • Chrome exhaust tip
      • UltraLux heated front seats
      • 6-way power driver seat
      • Bluetooth wireless technology(5) for select phones
      • Remote vehicle starter system
      • Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
      • 110V AC rear household outlet

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      3LT

      • 26 MPG highway(2) 3.6L DOHC V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission
      • 18" Chrome-Tech aluminum wheels
      • Chrome exhaust tip
      • UltraLux heated front seats
      • 6-way power driver seat
      • Bluetooth wireless technology(5) for select phones
      • Remote vehicle starter system
      • Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
      • 110V AC rear household outlet

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      1LTZ

      • 33 MPG hwy(2) with 2.4L DOHC 4-cylinder engine and 6-speed automatic transmission
      • 18" bright-aluminum wheels
      • Power tilt/sliding sunroof
      • Foglamps
      • Silver-finish mesh grille, chrome exhaust tip and door handles
      • Leather-appointed, heated 8-way driver/6-way passenger power seats
      • 8-speaker Bose premium sound system
      • 110V AC rear household outlet

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      2LTZ

      • 26 MPG highway(2) 3.6L DOHC V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission
      • 18" bright-aluminum wheels
      • Power tilt/sliding sunroof
      • Foglamps
      • Silver-finish mesh grille, chrome exhaust tip and door handles
      • Leather-appointed, heated 8-way driver/6-way passenger power seats
      • 8-speaker Bose premium sound system
      • 110V AC rear household outlet

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      No spare tire & wheel desired No spare tire & wheel desired

      • Unless you specify otherwise, your Malibu comes with a tire sealant and inflator kit, saving the weight of a jack and spare tire. The kit includes a portable compressor and integrated canister of tire sealant, capable of temporarily repairing small punctures (up to 1/4-inch) on one tires tread face. With it, you can reinflate the flat easily and safely drive up to 100 miles for a replacement tire or permanent repair. As an added convenience, the compressor has a built-in pressure gauge and plugs into your cars power outlet, so you can use it to pump up an underinflated tire, anywhere.
      • You must select tire sealant and inflator kit confirmation or compact spare.

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      Rear Spoiler

      • Who says that a family car shouldn't look sporty? Add a little sass to your Malibu® with this custom-molded rear spoiler. The single-piece addition attaches to the trunk with integrated components, personalizing your car and setting it apart from the crowd. The spoiler comes in Imperial Blue Metallic, Black Granite Metallice, Taupe Gray Metallic, Silver Ice Metallic, Mocha Steel Metallic, White Diamond Tricoat and prime, but its not available with exterior colors Summit White or Red Jewel Tintcoat, or with the Red Jewel Premium Package. On 1LT models its included with All-Star Edition.

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      Front & Rear Splash Guards

      • Add a hint of rugged stylishness to your Malibu while helping protect it from the elements with these smart-looking splash guards. Molded specifically to fit behind the front and rear wheels of this car, they deflect mud, salty slush and pebbles thrown up by the tires, keeping the lower body panels looking sharp.
      • The splash guards are already included with the Protection Package.

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      Chrome wheel covers

      • Create an impact with these available chrome wheels covers. They bring an upscale, attractive appearance, with bolt-on styling and the Chevy™ bowtie logo in the center.

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      17" Fascia spoke painted Silver trim wheels

      • These 17" fascia spoke wheels have a stylish spoke design that is accented with painted Silver trim.

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      Cargo Nets

      • End the annoyance of stuff rolling around in your trunk with these two sturdy, practical cargo nets. These nets fit on the right and left sides of the cargo area for worry-free stowage of your everyday gear or securing your latest purchases en route home.

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      Remote start

      • By pressing a button on the key fob, the available remote start1 system starts your vehicle. This features is great for warming up or cooling off your Malibu®. It seamlessly integrates with your vehicles anti-theft and Remote Keyless Entry systems.

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      Audio system w/ AM/FM stereo & CD player/MP3 playback

      • Your whole family can enjoy their favorite music, talk and news wherever you go with this feature-packed system, including:
      • AM/FM stereo with automatic volume control, which automatically adjusts loudness as the car speeds up or slows down, so your hands don't have to leave the wheel
      • Radio Data System® (RDS)1 capability, which can display the title, artist and other info about the song you're listening to
      • CD player with MP3 playback, which lets you listen to standard CDs and up to 255 MP3 or .cda files stored on a CD-R or CD-RW disc, so you can take volumes of your digital music library on the road
      • Auxiliary jack for your iPod, laptop or other device
      • Digital clock
      • RDS functions only where stations broadcast RDS information.

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      Convenience Package (Dealer Installed Option(4))

      • Have a place for everything and keep everything securely in place with this practical package, ideal for a busy family on the go. It includes:
      • Cargo organizer. Made of tough, skid-resistant molded gray plastic, this bin fits neatly into the trunk of your Malibu. You can adjust its two dividers to create three compartments of various sizes, or remove them to accommodate really big stuff. Perfect for keeping grocery bags upright and preventing spills and leaks, it folds flat for compact storage when not in use.
      • Convenience net. This rugged, envelope-style net stretches side to side across the trunk to help keep items in place.

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      Protection Package

      • Fight sloppiness inside and outside your Malibu® with this popular package, which includes these protective features:
      • Premium all-weather floor mats. These four high-quality, durable mats help shield the front and rear carpeting. Their custom designed deep-patterned grid collects rain, mud, snow and debris.
      • Splash guards. Molded to fit behind the front and rear wheels, these attractive guards deflect mud, slush and other roadway nastiness and help keep the lower body panels looking clean and chip-free.

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      LS Uplevel Package

      • Add some of our most popular features to your Malibu® with the LS Uplevel Package. It adds the convenience of Bluetooth®1 for select phones and steering-wheel mounted audio controls, attractive carpeted front and rear floor mats designed specifically for your Malibu, stylish body-color bodyside moldings and the peace of mind of a compact spare tire

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      Chrome Exhaust Tip

      • Jazz up the back of your Malibu with this bright, dynamically beveled exhaust tip. Made of stainless steel to look good longer, its designed specifically for the vehicles original-equipment exhaust system and shows off a sporty glint to the folks you leave behind.
      • On 1LT, not available with Red Jewel Premium Package or White Diamond Premium Package. Included with the Florida Edition Package.

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      ECOTEC 2.4L DOHC engine

      • Combining powerful performance with penny-pinching efficiency, the 2.4L, dual-overhead-cam, 16-valve, 4-cylinder engine delivers all the fun and frugality that you expect in a family car:
      • Peppiness around town, thanks to Variable Valve Timing that not only enhances low-end torque but also helps lower exhaust emissions
      • Plenty of oomph for passing on the highway, with 169 hp at 6400 rpm and 160 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm
      • Gas mileage to make you smile, with an EPA-estimated 33 mpg (highway) – better than a comparable Toyota Camry1 – on economical regular unleaded
      • EPA estimated mpg (highway): 2011 Chevrolet® Malibu LTZ, 33; 2011 Toyota Camry XLE, 32.

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      Engine Block Heater

      • For faster, surer starts on bitter-cold mornings, this heater raises the temperature in the engine block to keep the oil flowing freely.

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      6-speed automatic transmission

      • Mated with the 2.4L, 4-cylinder engine this high-tech 6-speed transmission has overdrive at the top of its gearing, which helps Malibu remain remarkably quiet on the highway and refreshingly stingy at the gas pump. It offers an EPA-estimated 33 mpg (highway). And, for family members who crave a little sportiness, the transmission features TAPshift, which lets you work through the gears manually by pressing a button on the shifter. This clutchless feature also comes in handy to get you moving on slippery surfaces, because you can start in second or third gear for better traction.

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      Cargo Net

      • Secure items in the cargo area of your vehicle with utility restraint netting. Two side nets ensure cargo is properly restrained while in transit.

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      Bodyside Molding Package

      • Add accent styling and protection to your Malibu sedan with this Bodyside Molding Package. Prime.

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      Grille

      • Customize your Malibu with this attractive grille. Designed for perfect fit and easy installation with the removal of your existing grille.

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      Wheel Covers

      • Change the appearance your Malibu with this 17 inch bolt-on chrome finish Wheel Cover. Features Chevy Bowtie Logo.

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      (4) 18-inch Wheel

      • Personalize your Malibu with this 5-Spoke 18-inch Accessory Wheel validated to GM specifications. All Chevy wheels are available with matching center caps and lug nuts. Use only GM-approved wheel and tire combinations. See www.gmaccessorieszone.com for important tire and wheel information.

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      Personal Audio Link (PAL)

      • This Personal Audio Link (PAL) Installation Package includes the wiring and instruction sheets. This installation package must be used with the Personal Audio Link (PAL) - 19201495.

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