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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Sedan
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MSRP
$19,735
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Summary
Features
Options
Tech Specs
What Changed for 2008:
All-new design,inside and out
Debut of Malibu Hybrid
New two-tone leather interior trim combinations
Standard head curtain side air bags and front seat-mounted thorax protection air bags
Remote vehicle starting
Refined engines with variable valve timing (VVT)
Fuel-saving 6-speed automatic transmission available with both 4-cylinder and V-6 engines (a segment exclusive for 4-cylinder engines)
Available 10-spoke,18-inch Ultra Bright aluminum wheels
Electronic stability control system with panic brake assistance
Features
Air conditioning
AM/FM radio
Basic warranty
36 months/36,000miles
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Options
Preferred Equipment Group 1FL (Fleet)
Front Bucket Seats
Driver 6-Way Power Seat Adjuster
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Tech Specs
Engine displacement
2.4 L
Engine liters
2.4
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Fuel Economy
City MPG:
17.0
Hwy MPG:
26.0
Actual rating will vary with options, driving conditions, habits and vehicle condition.
Convenience Features
Air conditioning
Speed control
Power windows
1-touch down
Remote keyless entry
Illuminated entry
Tilt steering wheel
Telescoping steering wheel
Driver vanity mirror
Passenger vanity mirror
Emergency communication system
Front cupholders
Rear cupholders
Driver door bin
Passenger door bin
Rear door bins
Entertainment Features
AM/FM radio
CD player
Radio data system
Speakers
6
Internet access capable
Warranty
Basic warranty
36 months/36,000miles
Powertrain warranty
60 months/100,000miles
Corrosion perforation warranty
72 months/100,000miles
Roadside assistance coverage
60 months/100,000miles
Seats and Trim
Max seating capacity
5
Front seats
bucket
Power driver seat
Front center armrest
w/storage
Rear seats
bench
Split folding rear seat
Body Exterior
Number of doors
4
Power door mirrors
Bumpers
body-color
Safety and Security
4 wheel disc brakes
ABS brakes
Dual front impact airbags
Dual front side impact airbags
Overhead airbag
Occupant sensing airbag
Panic alarm
Ignition disable
Security system
Traction control
Suspension/Handling
Four wheel independent suspension
Front anti-roll bar
Rear anti-roll bar
Power steering
Speed-sensing steering
Front tires
215/60SR16.0
Rear tires
215/60SR16.0
Wheel size
16"
Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation
Fully automatic headlights
Delay-off headlights
Variably intermittent wipers
Speed sensitive wipers
Rear window defroster
Front reading lights
Tachometer
Outside temperature display
Low tire pressure warning
Trip computer
Options
Preferred Equipment Group 1FL (Fleet)
Front Bucket Seats
Driver 6-Way Power Seat Adjuster
Front & Rear Carpeted Floor Mats (Fleet)
Body-Color Bodyside Moldings
Build-Out Date: 07/08/2008
Federal Emissions Requirements
Fleet Final Order Date: 04/04/2008
StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System
Traction Control
Power-Adjustable Accelerator & Brake Pedals
Engine Block Heater
Engine: ECOTEC 2.4L DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder MFI
Engine: 3.5L V6 SFI (Fleet)
Transmission: Electronic 4-Speed Automatic w/OD
CA/CT/MA/NY/PA/RI Emissions Override
Federal Emissions Override
CT/ME/MA/NY/PA/RI/VT State Emissions Requirements
Hydraulic Power Steering (HPS) Assist
Wheels: 16" Fascia Spoke Painted Sterling Silver
Initial Order Date: 08/23/2007
Wheels: 17" Painted Sterling Silver Trim (Fleet)
Monotone Paint Application
HVV6 Engine Package
Tires: P225/50R17 Touring BW (Fleet)
Tires: P215/60R16 Touring BW
OnStar: 1 Yr. Additional Safe & Sound Service
OnStar: 2 Yr. Additional Safe & Sound Service
OnStar: 2 Yr. Upgrade to Directions & Connections
OnStar: 3 Yr. Upgrade to Directions & Connections
OnStar Business Vehicle Manager Service
OnStar: 3 Yr. Additional Safe & Sound Service
OnStar: 4 Yr. Additional Safe & Sound Service
Start-Up Date: 10/15/2007
Radio: AM/FM Stereo w/CD Player (Fleet)
XM Satellite Radio Delete
XM Satellite Radio
OnStar Delete
Radio: AM/FM Stereo w/CD/MP3 Playback/XM Satellite
Front License Plate Bracket
California State Emissions Requirements
Custom Cloth Seat Trim
Specs and Dimensions
Engine displacement
2.4 L
Engine horsepower
169hp @ 6,400RPM
Engine torque
160 lb.-ft. @ 4,500RPM
Engine bore x stroke
88.0mm x 98.0mm (3.46" x 3.86")
Compression ratio
10.40 to 1
Exterior length
4,872mm (191.8")
Exterior body width
1,786mm (70.3")
Exterior height
1,450mm (57.1")
Wheelbase
2,852mm (112.3")
Turning radius
6.2m (20.2')
Front legroom
1,072mm (42.2")
Rear legroom
955mm (37.6")
Front headroom
1,001mm (39.4")
Rear headroom
945mm (37.2")
Front hiproom
1,346mm (53.0")
Rear hiproom
1,323mm (52.1")
Front shoulder room
1,420mm (55.9")
Rear shoulder room
1,369mm (53.9")
Powertrain
Engine liters
2.4
Cylinder configuration
I-4
Horsepower
169hp @ 6,400RPM
Torque
160 lb.-ft. @ 4,500RPM
Number of valves
16
Variable valve control
Sequential multi-point fuel injection
Recommended fuel
regular unleaded
Transmission
4 speed automatic
Drive type
front-wheel
Fuel economy city
22mpg
Fuel economy highway
30mpg
Fuel tank capacity
16.0gal.
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