The award winning Chevrolet Malibu emphasizes civilized road manners, quality construction and practicality, with clean, contemporary styling.
The 2012 Malibu has three trim levels: LS, LT, and LTZ. All models come with a 169-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and six-speed automatic transmission as standard equipment.
Optional on the LT and LTZ is a 252-hp, 3.6-liter V6, matched with a high torque six-speed automatic. The Malibu comes with standard safety features such as seat-mounted thorax airbags, side-curtain airbags, stability control, traction control, and anti-lock brakes. Bluetooth is standard on the LTZ, optional on the LT.
The distinctive and classy Chevrolet Malibu carries over from 2011.
Pricing Information
MSRP: $30,085
Invoice: $28,430
Technical Specs
Engine
Standard Engine: 3.6L V6
Standard Transmission: 6 Speed Automatic
Cylinders: 6
Horsepower @RPM: 252@6300
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 17/26
Combined Fuel Economy: 20
EPA Class: Mid-Size
Number of Valves: 24
Torque @RPM: N/A
Fuel Type System: Gas Engine / Sequential Electronic Fuel Injected, Sequential Port Fuel Injected Sequential, Multi-Port Fuel Injected
Turbo (Yes/No): No
Overdrive Transmission: Yes
Battery Output: N/A
Compression: 10.2:1
Displacement: 3564/217
Bore X Stroke: 3.70×3.37
Cruising Range: 320 miles
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt: N/A
Power to Weight Ratio: N/A
Final Drive Ratio: No
Valves Configuration: Dual Overhead Cam/Twin Overhead Cam
Supercharged: No
Electric HorsePower RPM: N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound: N/A
Electric Torque RPM: N/A
Electric HorsePower BHP: N/A
Standard Features
Anti-Theft & Locks
Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors
Vehicle Anti-Lockout
Theftlock(R) Radio Anti-Theft
OnStar(R) Stolen Vehicle Assistance
Programmable Power Door Locks Operated Via Remote and Internal Switch With Automatic Locking
Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm and PASS-Key III+ Engine Immobilizer
Braking & Traction
Front Power 296-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power 276-mm Solid Disc Brakes
4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
Traction Control
Brake Assistance
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
StabiliTrak(R) Vehicle Stability Control System
Electrical
Battery
Rear Power Outlet With 110-Volt Inverter
2 Front Power Outlets
Battery Saver
Engines & Emissions
Roadside Assistance Warranty For 100000-Miles, 60-Months
3.6-Liter, V6, VVT-24-Valve, DOHC, SEFI Engine; Front Mounted With Horsepower Of 252@6300, Torque Of 251@3200, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Heads
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
Vehicle Location System
USB Port
Wireless Communication Access For Bluetooth(R) Enabled Devices
OnStar(R) Telematics System With 6 Months Directions and Connections Plan. Includes Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Remote Horn and Lights, Turn-By-Turn Navigation, Hands-Free Calling, Vehicle Diagnostics and Low Mileage Discount
Radio Antenna
Pre-Programmed Equalizer
Telephone Antenna
Radio Data System
OnStar(R) Hands-Free Calling With Telephone
AM/FM Radio With Seek, Scan, Speed Sensitive Volume and 6 Speakers Total; CD Player; MP3 Player; SiriusXM(TM) Satellite Radio (Includes 3 Months Of Service, Unavailable In Hawaii and Alaska)
Front Auxiliary Audio Input Jack
Exterior Lighting
Daytime Running Lights
Halogen Headlights
Automatic Headlights With Automatic On/Off and Dusk Sensor
Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish
Black Grille
Front and Rear Body Color Bumpers
Body Color Body Side Moldings With Bright Inserts
Metallic Paint (If Selected)
Front Air Dam
Chrome Dual Exhaust Pipes
Chrome Exterior Door Handles
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Manual Air Conditioning
Instrumentation
Tachometer
Cruise Control
Trip Computer With Instantaneous Fuel Consumption and Trip Odometer
Compass
Exterior Temperature Gauge
Voice Activated Controls For Bluetooth(R) Wireless Enabled Devices
Tire Pressure Monitor
Digital Clock
Voice Activated Controls For Phone
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio and Cruise Control
Interior Lighting
Ambient Additional Interior Lighting Illuminates Doors
Front and Rear Reading Lights
Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Trunk
Upgraded Front Carpeted Floor Mats
Carpeted Cargo Mat
Upgraded Rear Carpeted Floor Mats
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather Trim Located On Shift Knob
Remote Controls & Remote Releases
Remote Trunk Release Located Inside Vehicle
Multi-Function Remote Operates Anti-Theft, Door Lock/Unlock, Panic Alarm and Remote Ignition
Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
Panic Alarm
Remote Ignition
Universal Garage Door Opener
Safety
Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
OnStar(R) Telematics System With 6 Months Directions and Connections Plan. Includes Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist and Roadside Assistance
Trunk Anti-Trap Device
Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor
Automatic Locking Retractors
Crash Sensor Sends GPS Signal
Front Pretensioners
L A T C H
Crumple Zones
Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags
Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts
Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt
Side Guard Door Beams
Seat Belt Height Adjuster
Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
Seats
Ultralux Upgraded Cloth Seats
Driver Power Lumbar Support
Front Dual Reclining Heated Bucket Seats With Driver Adjustable Seat Height and Adjustable Headrests
Driver Power Seat Adjusts 6 Ways Total
Rear 60/40 Split Folding Bench Seat With Manually Adjustable Headrests
Steering
Telescoping Steering Column
Tilt Steering Column
Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
Storage
Front Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
2 Front and 2 Rear; 4 Cupholders Total
Front Dual Seatback Storage Pockets
Overhead Console Storage
Glovebox
Front Dual Door Mounted Storage
Suspension
Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers
Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
20-mm Rear Stabilizer Bar
22-mm Front Stabilizer Bar
Transmission
Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission
Adaptive Automatic Transmission
Hydra-Matic 6-Speed Electronically Controlled Manually Interactive Adaptive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive
Wheels & Tires
SBRP225/50R18 BSW Touring Tires
Compact Spare Tire
Chrome-Tech Alloy Wheels, 18-In.
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Front Dual Sunvisors
Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror
Dual Body Color Folding Power Adjustable Exterior Rearview Mirrors
Power Windows With Driver One-Touch Up, One-Touch Down
Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
Vehicle Speed Sensitive Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers
Power Window Lockout
Rear Window Defroster
Solar-Ray(R) Tinted Glass
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