The Chevrolet Malibu is a spacious station wagon known for its comfortable ride, ample cargo space, and impressive fuel efficiency. With a sleek design and a powerful engine, it offers a blend of practicality and performance.
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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 Chevrolet Malibu is a petrol-powered car that offers a comfortable ride and decent fuel economy. It's a great option for those looking for a reliable and affordable sedan.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a Malibu model with an internal combustion engine, providing 145 Hp at 3800 rpm and 332 Nm of torque at 2400 rpm. It has a front, longitudinal engine layout, with a V-engine configuration and an 8-cylinder engine displacement of 5001 cm3. The car features a manual transmission with 4 gears, and a rear wheel drive system. The car's suspension includes an independent, type McPherson front suspension and a dependent spring rear suspension. The fuel injection system is a carburettor, and the engine has a compression ratio of 8.4.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
145 Hp @ 3800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
29 Hp/l
Torque
332 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 244.87 lb.-ft. @ 2400 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
4 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension
dependent spring suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Trailing arm
Brakes
The Malibu is a well-equipped car with ventilated disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear, ensuring reliable stopping power. The steering rack and pinion system provides smooth handling, while the 195/75 R14 or 205/75 R14 tires and 6.0J x 14 wheel rims offer a comfortable ride.
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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 Chevrolet Malibu is a mid-size car with a curb weight of 1542 kg (3399.53 lbs) and a powerful engine with a weight-to-power ratio of 10.6 kg/Hp and 94 Hp/tonne. It has a spacious trunk with a minimum capacity of 1133 l (40.01 cu. ft) and a maximum capacity of 2050 l (72.4 cu. ft). The fuel tank has a capacity of 69 l (18.23 US gal | 15.18 UK gal).
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Weight To Power Ratio
10.6 kg/Hp, 94 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.6 kg/Nm, 215.3 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 achieves an estimated 29 mpg city and 36 mpg highway.
The Malibu comfortably seats six people.
The Malibu offers 39.4 cubic feet of cargo space with the seats up and 76.8 cubic feet with the seats folded down.
The Malibu comes with a standard 1.5L turbo engine, with optional 2.0L turbo and 1.6L turbo-diesel engines available.
The Malibu comes with standard safety features such as automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and a rearview camera. Additional features such as adaptive cruise control and a surround-vision camera system are also available.
The Malibu has seating for up to 5 passengers.
Petrol (Gasoline)
Yes, the Malibu has a good reputation for being reliable and durable.
The Malibu is a mid-size sedan.
The car has a power output of 145 Hp at 3800 rpm.
The car has an internal combustion engine with a V-engine configuration and 8 cylinders.
The car has a manual transmission with 4 gears.
Ventilated discs in the front and drum in the rear
Steering rack and pinion
195/75 R14 or 205/75 R14
The Malibu comes with a standard 1.5L turbo engine, with optional 2.0L turbo and 1.6L turbo-diesel engines available.
The Malibu comes with standard safety features such as automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and forward collision alert.
The Malibu has seating for up to 5 passengers.
The curb weight of the Chevrolet Malibu is 1542 kg (3399.53 lbs).
The weight-to-power ratio of the Chevrolet Malibu is 10.6 kg/Hp and 94 Hp/tonne.
The fuel tank capacity of the Chevrolet Malibu is 69 l (18.23 US gal | 15.18 UK gal).
