Chevrolet Malibu
The Chevrolet Malibu combines affordability and style in a mid-size family sedan. The lineup starts out with a 197 horsepower, 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine, but it is also offered with a sporty 2.0-litre, turbocharged four that produces 259 horses. A 2.4-litre, battery- assisted four-cylinder mild hybrid, offered in the Eco trim level, provides 182 ponies while returning impressive fuel economy figures. All versions of the Malibu are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.
Detailed ratings
The Car Guide rating | 80% |
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Driving | 8/10 |
Safety | 9/10 |
Interior | 8/10 |
Reliability | 7/10 |
Winter driving | 8/10 |
Comfort | 8/10 |
What's new in 2013
N/A
Pros
- More modern platform
- Luxurious passenger compartment
- Management system has sophisticated electronics
- Reduced fuel consumption
- Good road holding
Cons
- Appeared late on the market
- Reliability not yet proven
- Understated look
- No sporty model