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2009 Chevrolet Malibu Sedan
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LTZ
MSRP
$21,605
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Summary
Features
Options
Tech Specs
What Changed for 2009:
2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with 6-speed automatic transmission standard on LTZ
V-6/6-speed powertrain available on LTZ
Standard 6-speed automatic transmission on 2LT,optional on 1LT
Standard electronic stability control with brake assist and traction control
17-inch spoke wheels,touring tires standard on LS/1LT models
Bluetooth connectivity available with new OnStar 8.0
Four new exterior colors (five for Malibu Hybrid)
Malibu Hybrid offers improved fuel economy
Hybrid has new 17-inch aluminum wheels and touring tires standard
Engine block heater optional on Hybrid
Features
Air conditioning
AM/FM radio
Basic warranty
36 months/36,000miles
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Options
Preferred Equipment Group 1LS
Front Bucket Seats
Front & Rear Carpeted Floor Mats
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Tech Specs
Engine displacement
2.4 L
Engine liters
2.4
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Fuel Economy
City MPG:
22.0
Hwy MPG:
30.0
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 beverage holders
Rear beverage holders
Driver door bin
Passenger door bin
Rear door bins
Entertainment Features
AM/FM radio
CD player
MP3 decoder
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
Brake assist
Dual front impact airbags
Dual front side impact airbags
Overhead airbag
Occupant sensing airbag
Panic alarm
Ignition disable
Security system
Electronic stability
Traction control
Suspension/Handling
Four wheel independent suspension
Front anti-roll bar
Rear anti-roll bar
Power steering
Speed-sensing steering
Front tires
215/55SR17.0
Rear tires
215/55SR17.0
Wheel size
17"
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 1LS
Front Bucket Seats
Front & Rear Carpeted Floor Mats
Body-Color Bodyside Moldings
Build-Out Date: 06/24/2009
Federal Emissions Requirements
Fleet Final Order Date: 04/03/2009
Engine Block Heater
Engine: ECOTEC 2.4L DOHC 16V 4-Cyl VVT MFI
Transmission: Electronic 4-Speed Automatic w/OD
California Emissions Override
State-Specific Emissions Override
Federal Emissions Override
CT/ME/MA/NJ/NY/OR/PA/RI/VT/WA State Emissions Req
Initial Order Date: 04/03/2008
Wheels: 17" Painted Sterling Silver Trim
Monotone Paint Application
Tires: P215/55R17 Touring BW (DISC)
Start-Up Date: 07/08/2008
Tires: 17" Touring BW
XM Radio
Radio: AM/FM Stereo w/CD/MP3 Playback/XM Satellite
Front License Plate Bracket
Weather Protection Package (LPO) (DISC)
All-Weather Floor Mats (DISC)
Molded Splash Guards (DISC)
Cargo Convenience Net (DISC)
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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