Thursday, June 5, 2008

'06 Chevrolet Malibu

Offering civilized road manners and neat styling, the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is a quality construction that comes from the Chevy stable to fill the mid-size import void in the US. The series is based on the company’s Epsilon platform, and is also available as a wagon with the Maxx option.

The 2006 Chevrolet Malibu traffic, and can comfortably accommodate five passengers. The top-end SS Maxx models this year feature a powerful 3.9 liter V-6 engine that churns out 240 horsepower, giving it a peppy ride with a sporty automatic shift option.

The series is attractively priced when compared to peers, and is also elegantly designed to be practical and functional.

The series comes with a notable remote starter feature that allows a person to start the car from a distance in case of hot or cold days, enabling the engine to heat up before you enter the car.

'08 Chevrolet Malibu

Available in three variants, the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is a mid-size sedan by Chevy to counter similar foreign imports. Available in LS, 1LT and 2LT trim levels, the '08 Malibu features three different engine options.

There is a 252 hp V-6 six-speed automatic transmission engine in the top-end 2LT model and 1LT model (optional), a hybrid engine with a BAS system, and the basic 2.4 liter V-4 Ecotec engine for base LS models.

The car has been given a new look this year, with larger legroom, plush, new interiors, added safety features and excellent selection of optional add-ons that have given a new look to the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.

This redesigned four-door front wheel drive has a wider wheelbase, a dual-port grille, new bow-tie emblem embedded headlights, a multi-link rear suspension, and a new dual-cowl dashboard with ambient lighting. This release makes it the best series of Malibu released so far. Safety features include ABS and airbags.

'05 Chevrolet Malibu

Chevy’s response to counter mid-size foreign imports, the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is a solid mid-size sedan with practical features geared towards the medium price segment and offers affordability and great value for money.

The 2005 Chevrolet Malibu features two engine options – the base model comes with a 2.2 liter V-4 dual overhead cam Ecotec engine that delivers 144 hp while the high-end models feature a V-6 3.4 liter Ecotec that delivers 200 hp.

The series features rear drum brakes in the base model, and both LS and LT models come with Dynamic Rear Proportioning and ABS as standard features.

Dynamic Rear Proportioning is a new feature that adjusts the brake pressure between the front and the rear brakes, allowing for better control and braking over shorter distances.

The Malibu also features adjustable rear seating and excellent legroom due to a large 101 cubic feet of interior space. Higher end models also feature a remote start option that auto shuts off in 10 minutes.

Tuesday, April 29, 2008

2008 Chevrolet Malibu

Changes were made for the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu in the form of a new engines and more feature-rich designs. Remote Engine Start was implemented as well as a brand new LZ4 3.5L V-6 engine producing 224HP and a 2.4L 169HP Inline-4.

Power is routed to the front-wheels via the traditional 4-speed automatic transmission as well as new 6-speed automatic transmissions.

The engines are more feature-rich than ever before, some features include:

  • Aluminum heads and block

  • Double Over-Head Camshafts

  • Four Valves Per Cylinder

  • Twin Balance Shafts

  • Variable Valve Timing

A 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid offering an increase in gas mileage up to 32MPG highway was introduced alongside the original sedans, catapulting the Malibu into the future to secure its foothold among the other great hybrids.

2006 Chevrolet Malibu

The 2006 Chevrolet Malibu retains the features and styling that made it great for so many years. Providing drivers with fuel economy up to 35MPG highway and luxurious features such as a sporty sun roof and standard leather seats, it’s no wonder the Malibu is true to its heritage in California for great features and style.

The 2006 Chevrolet Malibu comes in a Sedan Four-Door or Five-Door Station Wagon with optional performance packages.

Features of the performance packaged engine:

  • Variable Valve Timing, a first for push-rod engines

  • 240HP V-6

  • Variable Resonance Intake Manifold

  • Roller Rocker Arms

The Malibu sits on 106” wheel-based tires on the Sedan and 112” wheel-base for the Station Wagon variant offered.

2005 Chevrolet Malibu

A 2005 Chevrolet Malibu comes in several trims and levels for drivers to choose from, ranging from engines in size of 2.2L, 3.5L and 3.9L were offered.

The Horsepower is as economic as 145HP on the Inline-4 to a performance-tuned powerhouse of 240HP on the V-6 platform comes equipped for the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.

The Malibu comes with a 4-speed automatic transmission with a front-wheel drivetrain in either a 4-door sedan or 5-door station wagon body style.

The Malibu was named after Malibu, California and with features like leather seating, sun roof top, remote keyless entry, power seating and extra power outlets for external devices, the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is truly an example of the finer things in life available without the expensive tab.