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Telegram Chevrolet's Malibu jumped into the ocean of the redesigned mid-sized sedan for 2013, but it did a good job and should be able to have its own --
Even stand out-
One of the main competitors. The fuel-
In April, the efficient Malibu ecological model was first introduced, and other models were added to the lineup this fall.
Malibu prices range from $24,995 for basic LS models to $32,540 for the topof-the-
Line 2LTZ version with turbine engine-
The model we tested for this report.
Both 3LT and 2LTZ are equipped with truly fun Turbo 2. 0-
Four liters of Ecotec-
Cylinder engine-
The first turbine ever in the stock Malibu.
V is not available for GM-
6 engine options in 2013 Malibu, but after a few turns behind the Turbo Wheel
My reaction is, "who cares?
"This engine provides a V-
6, but a 4 fuel economy.
Standard Six
Speed automatic transmission, Malibu with turbine is EPA-rated at 11.
City driving 2 liters, 7 liters per 100 kilometers.
84 liters/100 km on the highway.
The engine is 259 hp, 260.
Torque is feet compared to 197 horsepower and 191 lbs.
2 torque feet. 5-
Malibu four-liter suction basecylinder.
Chevrolet also offers morefuel-
Efficient Ecological model with new eAssist mild for GM-
Hybrid systems, designed to significantly improve fuel economy over the previous generation's four generationsCylinder engine.
EPA rating is 9.
41 liters/100 km city/6.
Highway 36 L/100 km. The mild-
115 for hybrid systemsvolt lithium-
Ion battery pack for 15-powered
The six-horse electric motor of this car
Automatic speed transmission.
The motor is mainly used to accelerate on the highway.
The EAssist system has the same automatic stop/start-up technology as an all-hybrid car like Toyota Prius, which cuts off the gasoline engine when the car stops.
When the accelerator pedal is pressed, the engine is automatically restarted smoothly.
However, when the car is still, the engine remains closed, saving gas, which may happen frequently during urban driving.
Cutting off the engine during the parking period helps to increase the mileage of Malibu ecology in the city, while the motor gets most of the credit due to the car's good highway rating.
Four electric motors.
Cylinder Engine V-feel
But the fuel economy is better.
Eco has its own 2. 4-litre four-
Self-produced 182 horsepower cylinder engine.
Eco-design features designed to help improve fuel economy include light components and systems such as aluminum covers and rear bumper beams, as well as low
Carpets and dashboards.
These lighter materials were added together and 58 kilograms were taken from the car. Goodyear low-rolling-resistance 17-
Also included are inch tires.
They reduce friction on the road, resulting in a slight increase in fuel economy.
Eco meters on the dashboard can help drivers get the most out of the system.
There is also an indicator on the tachometer that shows when the engine startsstop mode.
The latest generation of Malibu is the first global Chevrolet midsize sedan to be available in nearly 100 markets on six continents.
This is in line with GM's plans to expand the Chevrolet brand globally, especially in fast-growing markets such as China, where Buick is already GM's biggest competitor.
Malibu was the third Chevrolet car last year. best-
Sales model behind Silverado pickup and the new Cruze compact sedan.
Malibu's new design draws on the current elements of Corvette and Camaro, including a wider stance and an integrated rear spoiler to make the car look more sporty.
It is also one of the most air-powered cars on the road, helping fuel economy.
The wheelbase of the new model is 114.
It is 3mm shorter than the previous Malibu, but the track is 2 inch wide, 1,574. 8 mm.
Other external changes include double
Projector grille-beam high-intensity-
Discharge headlights, bigger Chevrolet badges and new double
Element LED taillights shot from Camaro.
There are 17-, 18-and 19-inch wheels.
Due to the extra width, the indoor space is added another 4 cubic feet, giving more space for passengers.
We packed five adults into Malibu with no real complaints, although if both of the outboard seats had passengers, the rear row position in the middle was never the most pleasant place to sit in any car
The new interior is more luxurious with metal, Chrome or faux wood trim on the pad, center stack and dashboard, and doors and steering wheels.
Our LTZ has artificial Wood and two more.
Black/brown leather seat. Soft ice-
Use blue lighting along the dashboard and door storage pockets and center-stack dials.