The Chevrolet Malibu is a mid-size sedan with a comfortable ride, spacious interior, and decent fuel economy. It has a length of 4895 mm, width of 1816 mm, and a height of 1354 mm, making it a suitable option for small families or individuals who need a reliable daily driver.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
6
Doors
4
Length
4895 mm 192.72 in.
Width
1816 mm 71.5 in.
Height
1354 mm 53.31 in.
Wheelbase
2745 mm 108.07 in.
Front Track
1486 mm 58.5 in.
Rear Track
1467 mm 57.76 in.
Front Overhang
915 mm 36.02 in.
Rear Overhang
1235 mm 48.62 in.
Min Turning Circle
12.2 m 40.03 ft.
Approach Angle
23°
Departure Angle
16°
Ramp Over Angle
14°
Ride Height Ground Clearance
137 mm 5.39 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Chevrolet Malibu is a mid-size car that runs on petrol (gasoline). It's a reliable and fuel-efficient option for daily driving.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a Malibu model with an internal combustion engine, providing 120 Hp at 3600 rpm and 291 Nm of torque at 2000 rpm. It has a front, longitudinal engine layout, with a V-engine that has 8 cylinders and a carburettor fuel injection system. The engine has a displacement of 4389 cm3 and a compression ratio of 8.3. The drivetrain architecture is rear-wheel drive, with a 3-gear automatic transmission. The front suspension is independent, while the rear suspension is dependent spring suspension. The car has a 4-liter engine oil capacity.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
120 Hp @ 3600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
27.3 Hp/l
Torque
291 Nm @ 2000 rpm. 214.63 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Displacement
4389 cm3 267.83 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
88.9 mm 3.5 in.
Piston Stroke
88.4 mm 3.48 in.
Compression Ratio
8.3
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHV
Engine Oil Capacity
4 l 4.23 US qt | 3.52 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
3 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension
dependent spring suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Trailing arm
Brakes
The car in question is a Malibu model, featuring ventilated disc brakes in the front and drum brakes at the rear. The steering system is of the rack and pinion type. The tire size is 185/75 R14, and the wheel rims are 6.0J x 14 in size.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
185/75 R14
Wheel Rims Size
6.0J x 14
Weight & Capacity
The Malibu is a well-balanced car with a decent power-to-weight ratio of 12.2 kg/Hp and a torque-to-weight ratio of 5 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1459 kg and a spacious trunk with a maximum capacity of 470 liters. The fuel tank capacity is 68 liters, which is suitable for long road trips.
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Weight To Power Ratio
12.2 kg/Hp, 82.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
5 kg/Nm, 199.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1459 kg 3216.54 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
470 l 16.6 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
68 l 17.96 US gal | 14.96 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Chevrolet - Malibu IV Sedan
The wheelbase of the Chevrolet Malibu is 2745 mm.
The ground clearance of the Chevrolet Malibu is 137 mm.
The minimum turning circle of the Chevrolet Malibu is 12.2 meters.
The fuel economy of the Chevrolet Malibu varies depending on the trim level and transmission. The base model with a manual transmission gets an estimated 22 MPG city and 33 MPG highway, while the top-of-the-line trim with an automatic transmission gets an estimated 20 MPG city and 31 MPG highway.
Yes, the Chevrolet Malibu has a good reliability record. According to Consumer Reports, it has a reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5.0, indicating that it is a reliable vehicle.
The Chevrolet Malibu comes with a range of safety features, including forward collision alert, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring. It also has a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The Malibu runs on petrol (gasoline)
Yes, the Malibu is known for its reliability and fuel efficiency
Yes, the Malibu is a great option for daily driving due to its fuel efficiency and comfortable ride
The car has a power output of 120 Hp at 3600 rpm.
The car has a rear-wheel drive drivetrain.
The car has a front, longitudinal engine layout.
The car uses ventilated disc brakes in the front and drum brakes at the rear.
The steering type of this car is rack and pinion.
The tire size is 185/75 R14, and the wheel rims are 6.0J x 14 in size.
Up to 29 MPG city and 36 MPG highway
Yes, the Malibu Hybrid is available with an estimated 49 MPG city and 43 MPG highway
Features like forward collision alert, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring are available on certain trims
The power-to-weight ratio of the Malibu is 12.2 kg/Hp or 82.2 Hp/tonne.
The Malibu has a maximum trunk space of 470 liters or 16.6 cubic feet.
The fuel tank capacity of the Malibu is 68 liters or 17.96 US gallons.
