The Chevrolet Malibu Station Wagon is a mid-size car with a spacious interior, comfortable ride, and decent fuel economy. It has a length of 4911 mm, width of 1816 mm, and height of 1384 mm, with a wheelbase of 2745 mm. It has a ground clearance of 145 mm and a turning circle of 13.0 m.
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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 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.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Chevrolet Malibu offers a robust powertrain with a 5.7-liter V8 engine generating 160 horsepower and 325 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. The suspension system features independent McPherson struts with coil springs in the front and a dependent spring suspension with a transverse stabilizer in the rear.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
160 Hp @ 3800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
27.9 Hp/l
Torque
325 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 239.71 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Displacement
5733 cm3 349.85 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
101.6 mm 4 in.
Piston Stroke
88.39 mm 3.48 in.
Compression Ratio
8.2
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHV
Engine Oil Capacity
4.3 l 4.54 US qt | 3.78 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 Malibu is a reliable sedan with a comfortable ride, featuring ventilated disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear. It has a steering rack and pinion system, and comes with 195/75 R14 or 205/75 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
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 9.9 kg/Hp and a torque-to-weight ratio of 4.9 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.
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Weight To Power Ratio
9.9 kg/Hp, 100.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.9 kg/Nm, 204.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1588 kg 3500.94 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 length of the Chevrolet Malibu Station Wagon is 4911 mm or 193.35 in.
The Chevrolet Malibu Station Wagon has 6 seats.
The ground clearance of the Chevrolet Malibu Station Wagon is 145 mm or 5.71 in.
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 higher trims
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 fuel efficiency of the Malibu varies depending on the model year and trim level. However, it generally gets around 20 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway.
The Malibu is equipped with a carburetor.
The Malibu has a 3-speed automatic transmission.
The Malibu has a 5.7-liter engine displacement.
Ventilated discs in the front and drum in the rear
Steering rack and pinion
195/75 R14 or 205/75 R14
The fuel economy of the Chevrolet Malibu varies by trim level and engine option, but it ranges from 22-29 mpg in the city and 30-36 mpg on the highway.
Yes, the Chevrolet Malibu has a good reliability record, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
The Chevrolet Malibu offers a range of safety features, including forward collision alert, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring.
The kerb weight of the Malibu is 1588 kg or 3500.94 lbs.
The maximum trunk space of the Malibu is 2050 liters or 72.4 cu. ft.
The fuel tank capacity of the Malibu is 69 liters or 18.23 US gal or 15.18 UK gal.
