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2012 Chevrolet Malibu Sedan

  • MSRP  $22,110

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What’s New for 2012:
  • The Chevrolet Malibu is a carryover for 2012,with an all-new model expected for the 2013 model year

Exterior Features
The 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is a midsize sedan,and is offered in three different trim levels. All Malibu models share the same 4-door sedan body style. Seventeen-inch steel wheels are standard.

Interior Features
The 2012 Chevrolet Malibu offers seating for up to 5 passengers. Base Malibu models feature cloth upholstery,air conditioning,automatic headlights,keyless entry,and full power accessories. Upgraded trim levels are fitted with such features as a leather-wrapped steering wheel,remote vehicle start,heated front seats,leather upholstery,and automatic climate control.

Optional Features
Major option packages allow owners to add such features as an upgraded Bose audio system,sunroof,and leather upholstery to lower trim levels. Also,18-inch alloy wheels are available on higher trims.

Under the Hood
Chevrolet Malibu models are fitted with two different engines. Base Malibu models feature a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine rated at 169 horsepower. The optional engine is a 3.6-liter V-6 rated at 252 horsepower. The standard transmission is a 6-speed automatic. All 2012 Chevrolet Malibu models are front-wheel drive.

Fuel Economy
EPA fuel-economy figures for the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu are:
  • Chevrolet Malibu with 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine and automatic transmission: 22/33 mpg (city/highway)
  • Chevrolet Malibu with 3.6-liter V-6 engine and automatic transmission: 17/26 mpg (city/highway)

Safety
Standard safety features of note on the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu include side curtain air bags and knee air bags. In government crash tests,the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu received an overall rating of 4 (out of 5) stars,according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The 2012 Malibu has not been tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

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:
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 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: 11/30/2012
  • Build-Out Date: 06/15/2012
  • Convenience Net & Cargo Organizer
  • Federal Emissions Requirements
  • Fleet Final Order Date: 09/20/2012
  • Fleet Final Order Date: 02/23/2012
  • Engine Block Heater
  • Engine: ECOTEC 2.4L DOHC 16V 4-Cyl VVT MFI
  • Front & Rear Premium All-Weather Floor Mats
  • Transmission: Electronic 6-Speed Automatic w/OD
  • California Emissions Override
  • State-Specific Emissions Override
  • Federal Emissions Override
  • AZ/CT/ME/MD/MA/NJ/NY/OR/PA/RI/VT/WA Emissions Req
  • Initial Order Date: 04/18/2011
  • Monotone Paint Application
  • LS Uplevel Package
  • Wheels: 17" Fascia Spoke
  • Remote Start (LPO)
  • Rear Spoiler (LPO)
  • Chrome Wheel Covers (LPO)
  • Spare Tire & Wheel Not Desired
  • Front & Rear Molded Splash Guards
  • Start-Up Date: 06/13/2011
  • Tires: 17" Touring BW
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
  • Bluetooth For Phone
  • Radio: AM/FM Stereo w/CD Player & MP3 Playback
  • Front License Plate Bracket
  • Convenience Package (LPO)
  • Protection Package (LPO)
  • Front & Rear Molded Splash Guards (LPO)
  • Chrome Exhaust Tip (LPO)
  • Cargo Nets (LPO)
  • California State Emissions Requirements
  • Compact Spare Tire & Jack Assembly
  • 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")
  • Passenger volume 2,767L (97.7 cu.ft.)
  • Interior cargo volume 428 L (15 cu.ft.)
  • Interior maximum cargo volume 428 L (15 cu.ft.)
  • Greenhouse Gas Score (GG) 6
  • Air Pollution Score (AP) 5
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
  • Engine location front
  • Recommended fuel regular unleaded
  • Transmission 6 speed automatic
  • Manual-shift auto TAPshift
  • Drive type front-wheel
  • Fuel economy city 22mpg
  • Fuel economy highway 33mpg
  • Fuel tank capacity 16.0gal.

Category Definitions

Performance and Design: Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features and Instrument Panel, and Comfort.

Initial Quality: Taken from the Initial Quality Study (IQS), which looks at owner-reported problems in the first 90 days of new-vehicle ownership, this score is based on problems that have caused a complete breakdown or malfunction, or where controls or features may work as designed, but are difficult to use or understand.

Predicted Reliability: Derived from historical trending for a vehicle and/or manufacturer in our Initial Quality and Vehicle Dependability Studies, Predicted Reliability is a forecast of how reliable a newer vehicle might be over time.

Overall Dependability: Taken from the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), which looks at owner-reported problems in the first 3 years of new-vehicle ownership, this score is based on problems that have caused a complete breakdown or malfunction of any component, feature, or item (i.e., components that stop working or trim pieces that break or come loose).

5.0
Among the best
4.0
Better than most
3.0
About average
2.0
The rest

Please note that J.D. Power Consumer Center Ratings may not include all information used to determine J.D. Power and Associates awards.

Comments

  • Shawn
    Shawn on

    Malibu reliabilty data of recent 10 years to 2011?

    Do you have the reliability ratings of Malibu of recent 10 years to 2011?
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