The Chevrolet Malibu is a spacious station wagon known for its comfortable ride, ample cargo space, and impressive fuel efficiency. Its sleek design and long list of standard features make it a popular choice for families and commuters alike.
Specs
-
Rating
Body Type
Station wagon (estate)
Seats
6
Doors
5
Length
4911 mm 193.35 in.
Width
1816 mm 71.5 in.
Height
1384 mm 54.49 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
1251 mm 49.25 in.
Min Turning Circle
13.0 m 42.65 ft.
Approach Angle
20°
Departure Angle
15°
Ramp Over Angle
14°
Ride Height Ground Clearance
145 mm 5.71 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Malibu is a popular mid-size sedan known for its comfortable ride, spacious interior, and impressive technology features. It offers a powerful engine and handling capabilities, making it a great choice for families and commuters alike.
Specs
-
Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Chevrolet Malibu boasts a powerful 5.0L V8 engine, delivering 135 horsepower and 325 Nm of torque. Its naturally aspirated engine and rear-wheel drive configuration provide a balanced driving experience. The Malibu offers a comfortable and spacious interior, making it ideal for families or daily commutes.
Specs
-
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
135 Hp @ 3800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
27 Hp/l
Torque
325 Nm @ 2000 rpm. 239.71 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Displacement
5001 cm3 305.18 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
94.89 mm 3.74 in.
Piston Stroke
88.4 mm 3.48 in.
Compression Ratio
8.4
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHV
Engine Oil Capacity
4.2 l 4.44 US qt | 3.7 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 195/75 R14 or 205/75 R14, and the wheel rims have a size of 6.0J x 14.
Specs
-
Rating
Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
195/75 R14; 205/75 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 11.4 kg/Hp and a torque-to-weight ratio of 4.7 kg/Nm. It has a spacious trunk with a minimum capacity of 1133 liters and a maximum capacity of 2050 liters. The fuel tank capacity is 69 liters.
Specs
-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio
11.4 kg/Hp, 87.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.7 kg/Nm, 210.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1542 kg 3399.53 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
1133 l 40.01 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
2050 l 72.4 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
69 l 18.23 US gal | 15.18 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Chevrolet - Malibu IV Station Wagon
The Malibu gets an estimated 29 mpg city and 36 mpg highway.
The Malibu offers 39.4 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row and 73.5 cubic feet with the second row folded down.
Standard features include a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, a rearview camera, and a six-speaker sound system.
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
The Malibu offers a range of safety features, including forward collision alert, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring
The Malibu is powered by a petrol (gasoline) engine.
The Malibu comes standard with features such as a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera.
The Malibu gets an estimated 20 mpg city and 29 mpg highway.
The Malibu is equipped with a carburetor fuel injection system.
The Malibu comes with a 3-speed automatic transmission.
The Malibu features a front, longitudinal engine layout.
The car uses ventilated disc brakes in the front and drum brakes at the rear.
The steering system of this car is of the rack and pinion type.
The tire size is 195/75 R14 or 205/75 R14, and the wheel rims have a size of 6.0J x 14.
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
