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2009 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,605 - $26,880Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
26 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Body Type
Sedan
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
The 2009 Chevrolet Malibu comes in three different trim levels--LS, LT, and LTZ. Standard on each model is a 169-hp, 2.4L 4-cylinder engine, while a 252-hp, 3.6L V6 with variable valve timing is optional on the LT and LTZ trims. Four-cylinder LS...
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EPA Classification: Midsize
Engine Order Code: LE5
Engine Type: Gas 4-Cyl
Displacement: 2.4L/146.5
Fuel System: MFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 169 @ 6400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 160 @ 4500
Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code: MH8
Trans Type: 6
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.58
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.96
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.91
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.91
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.75
Reverse Ratio (:1): 2.94
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 2.77
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 26
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 22
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 33
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): - TBD -
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 7.5
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3649
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension Type - Front: MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear: 4-Link Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.):
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.):
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): 0.87
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): 0.75
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.65 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 10.87 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code: QYH
Rear Tire Order Code: QYH
Spare Tire Order Code: - TBD -
Front Tire Size: P225/50R18
Rear Tire Size: P225/50R18
Spare Tire Size: - TBD -
Front Wheel Size (in): 18 x - TBD -
Rear Wheel Size (in): 18 x - TBD -
Spare Wheel Size (in): - TBD -
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: - TBD -
Steering Type: Electric Pwr
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 16.4
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.7
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 40.4
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 16
Wheelbase (in): 112.3
Length, Overall (in): 191.8
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 70.3
Height, Overall (in): 57.1
Track Width, Front (in): 59.6
Track Width, Rear (in): 60.0
Min Ground Clearance (in): - TBD -
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Trunk Volume (ft³): 15.1
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 97.7
Front Head Room (in): 39.4
Front Leg Room (in): 42.2
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.9
Front Hip Room (in): 53.0
Second Head Room (in): 37.2
Second Leg Room (in): 37.6
Second Shoulder Room (in): 53.9
Second Hip Room (in): 52.1
Vehicle Name: Chevrolet Malibu
Body Style: 4 Door Sedan
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 7
Pricing
This model has 5 different trims.
MSRP
$26,880
Invoice
$25,401
Description
2.4L/146.5, 169 @ 6400, Automatic w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 5 different trims.
City
22 MPG
Hwy
33 MPG
Combined
26 MPG
Description
2.4L/146.5, 169 @ 6400, Automatic w/OD
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