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2010 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,825 - $26,955Starting MSRP
Black Granite Metallic
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
26 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Body Type
Sedan
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
The 2010 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, which can now run on an E85 ethanol/gasoline blend. A 252-hp, 3.6L V6 with variable valve timing is...
What’s new in the 2010 model?
The biggest news for the 2010 Malibu is that Chevrolet has dropped the Malibu Hybrid from its lineup. In the rest of the Malibu model range, a powe...
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Exterior
Black Granite Metallic
Imperial Blue Metallic
Mocha Steel Metallic
Gold Mist Metallic
Taupe Gray Metallic
Red Jewel Tintcoat
Silver Ice Metallic
Summit White
White Diamond Tricoat
Specs
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): 1.45
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:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P225/50R18
Rear Tire Size: P225/50R18
Spare Tire Size:
Front Wheel Size (in): 18 x - TBD -
Rear Wheel Size (in): 18 x - TBD -
Spare Wheel Size (in):
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material:
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): 16.3
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
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 7.2
Pricing
This model has 4 different trims.
MSRP
$26,955
Invoice
$25,607
Description
2.4L/146.5, 169 @ 6400, Automatic w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 4 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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