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2013 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,995 - $29,700Starting MSRP
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Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
24 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Sedan
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
The standard powertrain for most of the Malibu lineup in 2012 will be a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine and 6-speed automatic transmission. The new engine has direct injection and overhead cams, with four valves per cylinder and makes 190 horsepower and...
What’s new in the 2013 model?
The Chevrolet Malibu has been completely redesigned for 2013, featuring an all-new styling inside and out, more economical new powertrains, improve...
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Exterior
Black
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Blue Topaz Metallic
Silver Topaz Metallic
Champagne Silver Metallic
Taupe Gray Metallic
Crystal Red Tintcoat
Silver Ice Metallic
White Diamond Tricoat
Specs
EPA Classification: Midsize Cars
Number of Passenger Doors: 4
Engine Order Code: LTG
Engine Type: Turbocharged Gas I4
Displacement: 2.0L/122
Fuel System: Direct Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 259 @ 5300
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 260 @ 5200
Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 6
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.48
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.87
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.84
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.41
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.74
Reverse Ratio (:1): 2.88
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): - TBD -
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 24
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 21
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 30
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): - TBD -
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): - TBD -
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3660
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: Four-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.):
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.):
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm):
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm):
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): - TBD -
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): - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code: QGK
Rear Tire Order Code: QGK
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P235/50R18
Rear Tire Size: P235/50R18
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 Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 15.2
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.7
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 37.4
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft):
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 18.5
Wheelbase (in): 107.80
Length, Overall (in): 191.50
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 73.00
Height, Overall (in): 57.60
Track Width, Front (in): 62.20
Track Width, Rear (in): 62.00
Min Ground Clearance (in):
Liftover Height (in):
Trunk Volume (ft³): 16.3
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 100.3
Front Head Room (in): 39.00
Front Leg Room (in): 42.10
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.50
Front Hip Room (in): 55.00
Second Head Room (in): 37.50
Second Leg Room (in): 36.90
Second Shoulder Room (in): 57.10
Second Hip Room (in): 54.30
Vehicle Name: Chevrolet Malibu
Body Style: Sedan
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: - TBD -
Pricing
This model has 8 different trims.
MSRP
$29,700
Invoice
$28,066
Description
2.0L/122, 259 @ 5300, Automatic
Fuel Economy
This model has 8 different trims.
City
21 MPG
Hwy
30 MPG
Combined
24 MPG
Description
2.0L/122, 259 @ 5300, Automatic
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