The Chevrolet Malibu is a mid-size sedan with a length of 4895mm, width of 1816mm, and height of 1354mm. It has a wheelbase of 2745mm and a turning circle of 12.2m. It has a ground clearance of 137mm and approach, departure, and ramp-over angles of 23°, 16°, and 14° respectively.
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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 is a rear-wheel drive Malibu with a 305.18 cubic inch, 8-cylinder V-engine and a 3-speed automatic transmission. The engine produces 155 horsepower at 4000 rpm and 325 Nm of torque at 1600 rpm, with a compression ratio of 8.6 and a carburettor fuel injection system. The front suspension is independent, while the rear suspension is dependent. The car has a rear-wheel drive architecture and a 3-speed automatic transmission.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
155 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
31 Hp/l
Torque
325 Nm @ 1600 rpm. 239.71 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Displacement
5001 cm3 305.18 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
95 mm 3.74 in.
Piston Stroke
88.4 mm 3.48 in.
Compression Ratio
8.6
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHV
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 Chevrolet Malibu is a mid-size car with ventilated discs in the front and drum brakes in the rear. It features a steering rack and pinion system and comes with 185/75 R14 tires on 6.0J x 14 wheel rims.
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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 has a weight-to-power ratio of 9.5 kg/Hp (104.8 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 4.6 kg/Nm (219.7 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1479 kg (3260.64 lbs.) and a trunk/boot space of 470 l (16.6 cu. ft.). The fuel tank capacity is 68 l (17.96 US gal | 14.96 UK gal).
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Weight To Power Ratio
9.5 kg/Hp, 104.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.6 kg/Nm, 219.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1479 kg 3260.64 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 length of the Chevrolet Malibu is 4895mm or 192.72 inches.
The Chevrolet Malibu has 6 seats.
The ground clearance of the Chevrolet Malibu is 137mm or 5.39 inches.
The Malibu can seat up to 5 passengers.
The Malibu gets an EPA-estimated 29 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway.
The Malibu is available with a 1.5L turbo engine, a 2.0L turbo engine, and a hybrid powertrain.
The Chevrolet Malibu runs on petrol (gasoline).
Yes, the Malibu is known for its reliability and durability.
Yes, the Malibu is designed to be fuel-efficient, making it a great option for daily driving.
The engine produces 155 horsepower at 4000 rpm.
The car has a 3-speed automatic transmission.
The internal combustion engine drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
The Malibu has ventilated discs in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The Malibu has a steering rack and pinion system.
The Malibu comes with 185/75 R14 tires on 6.0J x 14 wheel rims.
The fuel economy of the Chevrolet Malibu varies depending on the trim level and engine option. The base model with a 1.5L engine gets an estimated 29 MPG city and 36 MPG highway, while the top-of-the-line trim with a 3.6L engine gets an estimated 22 MPG city and 32 MPG highway.
The Chevrolet Malibu offers 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.
Yes, the Chevrolet Malibu is a great choice for families. It offers plenty of passenger space, a comfortable ride, and a range of features like a touchscreen infotainment system and a rearview camera.
The weight-to-power ratio of the Malibu is 9.5 kg/Hp (104.8 Hp/tonne).
The trunk/boot space of the Malibu is 470 l (16.6 cu. ft.).
The fuel tank capacity of the Malibu is 68 l (17.96 US gal | 14.96 UK gal).
