Malibu is offered in three trim levels are full - all with the standard, fuel-efficient engine, four-cylinder Ecotec 2.4-liter and six-speed transmission that gives 33 mpg highway. A 252-horsepower 3.6-liter V6 is available on 2LT and LTZ models. Also standard on all Malibu models are anti-lock brakes four wheels, StabiliTrak electronic stability control, AM / FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback, XM Satellite Radio, OnStar 9.0 with six months of Directions and Connections service and Turn-by-Turn Navigation ; high power driver seat adjuster with power lumbar; Remote Keyless Entry and cruise control. A compact spare tire and jack assembly is available on all models.
The all-new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu made its global debut at Auto Shanghai 2011, with simultaneous introductions in the United States and China - two of the nearly 100 countries on six continents where it will be sold. Chevrolet's first global medium sedan will provide customers from Shanghai to New York and Sydney to Sao Paulo with expressive design, advanced technology, performance, ride and fuel-efficient powertrains.
"Malibu has now left the impression of an award winning and changing the way people think about the Chevrolet. It redefined what middle-American car can," said Rick Scheidt, vice president, Chevrolet Marketing. "This all-new Chevrolet Malibu was to give on this day are not evident from the Malibu, but give more customers:. more style, fuel efficiency, content and features, expertise, and dynamic capabilities rival high-end sedan"
Expressive and efficient exterior
"exterior design of the all-new Chevrolet Malibu carrying DNA from the sister vehicle, the Camaro and Corvette, to bring the sporty sensibility to the family sedan segment," said Bryan Nesbitt, executive director of exterior design for GM and Chevrolet Brand Champion.
The attitude of a wider, broad shoulders and an integrated rear spoiler bringing a new athleticism to Malibu and provide a more aggressive appearance. Chevrolet's new Malibu has a wheelbase (114 mm) 4.5-inch shorter and 62-inch (1574 mm) front and rear tracks are more than 2 inches (51 mm) wider than the model it replaces.