Car Profiles - Chevrolet Malibu

CHEVROLET MALIBU

Previous Malibus were North American exclusive, but this time it had gone global. Not anymore some Chinese badged Buick from the past, this one can keep up with the Altimas and Camrys while offering a low price. There is a refined engine but rear seat is tight.

The Good: Top levels of refinement

The Bad: Back seat is cramped

Price Range: P1,398,000-P1,528,000

Our Rating: ****

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	LTZ	LT
Price	P1,528,000	P1,398,000
Warranty	5 Years or 100,000kms	5 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	2.4 DOHC 16V I4	2.4 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	165hp @ 5,800rpm	165hp @ 5,800rpm
Torque	225Nm @ 4,600rpm	225Nm @ 4,600rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Multi Port Fuel Injection	Multi Port Fuel Injection
Transmission	6-Speed Automatic	6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	73 Liters	73 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,865mm	4,865mm
Width	1,855mm	1,855mm
Height	1,465mm	1,465mm
Wheelbase	2,737mm	2,737mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	4 Door Sedan	4 Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link
Front Brakes	Disc	Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc	Disc
Tires	245/45 R18	225/55 R17
Wheels	18 Inch Alloy	17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6	4
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Traction Stability Control	None
Other Safety Features	Adds: None	Remote Control Start/Stop, Collapsible Pedal Release System, Remote Panic Alarm
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	Front
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Auto Control with Washer Headlamp	Dual Exhaust Pipes, HID Headlamp with Auto On/Off, High Level Stop Lamp
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt and Telescopic	Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver	Power, Driver
Seating Material	Leather	Leather
Other Interior Features	Adds: None	Cruise Control, Reverse Parking Sensor, Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold and Heat	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold and Heat
Climate Control	Automatic	Automatic
Audio System	7 Inch Touchscreen with AM/FM/MP3/AUX/USB and MyLink System with Multimedia, Smartphone, iPod, iPhone Connectivity, Internet Browsing Support, GPS Navigation, Audio and Video USB/Aux with Clock, Thermometer, HVAC, and Bluetooth	7 Inch Touchscreen with AM/FM/MP3/AUX/USB and MyLink System with Multimedia, Smartphone, iPod, iPhone Connectivity, Internet Browsing Support, GPS Navigation, Audio and Video USB/Aux with Clock, Thermometer, HVAC, and Bluetooth
Speakers
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio, and Cruise Control	Yes, Audio, and Cruise Control
Alarm	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
RIVALS	Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Mazda 6, Nissan Altima, Peugeot 508, Toyota Camry