Chevrolet Malibu - Revision history

CameronTGD at 21:22, 25 April 2010

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	\|Image = [[Image:X08ch ma094mx 01 opt.jpg\|right\|450px\|thumb\|'''The new 2008 Chevrolet Malibu''']]		\|Image = [[Image:X08ch ma094mx 01 opt.jpg\|right\|450px\|thumb\|'''The new 2008 Chevrolet Malibu''']]
	\|Marque = [[Chevrolet]]		\|Marque = [[Chevrolet]]
	\|aka = [[Saturn Aura]]<br>[[Pontiac G6]]		\|aka = [[Saturn Aura]]<br>[[Pontiac G6]]<br>[[Saab 9-3]]<br>[[Cadillac BLS]]<br>[[Opel Vectra]]
	\|Production = 1964 - 1983<br>1997-present		\|Production = 1964 - 1983<br>1997-present
	\|Class = Mid-size Family Car		\|Class = Mid-size Family Car
	\|Body Style = 4-door, 5-seat Sedan		\|Body Style = 4-door, 5-seat Sedan
	\|Length =		\|Length = 191.8 in
	\|Width =		\|Width = 70.3 in
	\|Height =		\|Height = 57.1 in
	\|Wheelbase =		\|Wheelbase = 112.3 in
	\|Weight =		\|Weight =
	\|Transmission = 4-Speed Automatic <br> 6-Speed Automatic		\|Transmission = 4-Speed Automatic <br> 6-Speed Automatic

CameronTGD at 21:19, 25 April 2010

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	[[Image:X08ch ma094mx 01 opt.jpg\|right\|450px\|thumb\|'''The new 2008 Chevrolet Malibu''']]		{{Infobox
			\|Image = [[Image:X08ch ma094mx 01 opt.jpg\|right\|450px\|thumb\|'''The new 2008 Chevrolet Malibu''']]
			\|Marque = [[Chevrolet]]
			\|aka = [[Saturn Aura]]<br>[[Pontiac G6]]
			\|Production = 1964 - 1983<br>1997-present
			\|Class = Mid-size Family Car
			\|Body Style = 4-door, 5-seat Sedan
			\|Length =
			\|Width =
			\|Height =
			\|Wheelbase =
			\|Weight =
			\|Transmission = 4-Speed Automatic <br> 6-Speed Automatic
			\|Engine = 2.4 litre [[DOHC]] Inline-4 <br> 3.6 litre [[DOHC]] V6
			\|Power = 169 hp @ N/A rpm<br>162 lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm<br><br>252 hp @ N/A rpm<br>251 lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm
			\|Similar = [[Honda Accord]] <br> [[Hyundai Sonata]] <br> [[Toyota Camry]]<br>[[Ford Fusion]]
			\|Designer = '''Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort)'''
			}}

	The '''[[Chevrolet]] Malibu''' (named for Malibu, California) is a mid-size car produced in the United States by [[General Motors Corporation\|General Motors]]. It is marketed in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Israel.		The '''[[Chevrolet]] Malibu''' (named for Malibu, California) is a mid-size car produced in the United States by [[General Motors Corporation\|General Motors]]. It is marketed in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Israel.

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Current Generation: (2008–Present)

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	==Current Generation: (2008–Present)==		==Current Generation: (2008–Present)==
	~~{{Infobox \|~~
	~~\|Image = [[X08ch_ma094mx_01_opt.jpg]]~~
	}}
	[[Image:Chevrolet-Malibu LTZ 2008 1280x960 .jpg\|right\|250px\|thumb\|'''The 2008 [[Chevrolet]] Malibu''']]		[[Image:Chevrolet-Malibu LTZ 2008 1280x960 .jpg\|right\|250px\|thumb\|'''The 2008 [[Chevrolet]] Malibu''']]
	The Malibu is redesigned for the 2008 model year. It is built on a revised version of the long-wheelbase [[GM Epsilon platform\|Epsilon]] platform shared with the [[Saturn Aura]] and [[Pontiac G6]]. The Malibu is roomier than before, with a redesigned interior and more powerful engines.		The Malibu is redesigned for the 2008 model year. It is built on a revised version of the long-wheelbase [[GM Epsilon platform\|Epsilon]] platform shared with the [[Saturn Aura]] and [[Pontiac G6]]. The Malibu is roomier than before, with a redesigned interior and more powerful engines.

CameronTGD: /* Current Generation: (2008–Present) */

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Current Generation: (2008–Present)

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	==Current Generation: (2008–Present)==		==Current Generation: (2008–Present)==
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			\|Image = [[X08ch_ma094mx_01_opt.jpg]]
			}}
	[[Image:Chevrolet-Malibu LTZ 2008 1280x960 .jpg\|right\|250px\|thumb\|'''The 2008 [[Chevrolet]] Malibu''']]		[[Image:Chevrolet-Malibu LTZ 2008 1280x960 .jpg\|right\|250px\|thumb\|'''The 2008 [[Chevrolet]] Malibu''']]
	The Malibu is redesigned for the 2008 model year. It is built on a revised version of the long-wheelbase [[GM Epsilon platform\|Epsilon]] platform shared with the [[Saturn Aura]] and [[Pontiac G6]]. The Malibu is roomier than before, with a redesigned interior and more powerful engines.		The Malibu is redesigned for the 2008 model year. It is built on a revised version of the long-wheelbase [[GM Epsilon platform\|Epsilon]] platform shared with the [[Saturn Aura]] and [[Pontiac G6]]. The Malibu is roomier than before, with a redesigned interior and more powerful engines.

Jentsche at 08:56, 20 May 2009

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Red marquis: /* Reliability */

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Reliability

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	===Reliability===		===Reliability===
	According to Automotive Information Systems, the 2004 model of the Malibu received Green ratings in all categories but one. In the Starting and Charging category, the Malibu received a Yellow rating, indicating moderate problems. More recent models are still too new to provide accurate long-term reliability information, but Consumer Reports states that "reliability of all versions has improved to average."		According to Automotive Information Systems, the 2004 model of the Malibu received Green ratings in all categories but one. In the Starting and Charging category, the Malibu received a Yellow rating, indicating moderate problems. More recent models are still too new to provide accurate long-term reliability information, but Consumer Reports states that "reliability of all versions has improved to average."


			*'''RECALL ALERT:''' On March 13, 2009, GM issued a recall alert affecting 276, 729 cars, namely all [[Buick Enclave]], [[Chevrolet Cobalt]], [[Chevrolet HHR]], [[Chevrolet Malibu]], [[Chevrolet Traverse]], [[GMC Acadia]], [[Pontiac G5]], [[Pontiac G6]], [[Saturn Aura]] and [[Saturn Outlook]] built for the 2009 model year, due to a loose clip on their transmission shift cable. The failure of the clip to be locked into place may prevent the transmission from moving into Park. This recall is filed under the NHTSA Campaign ID Number 09V073000. [http://www.autoblog.com/2009/03/13/gm-recall-affects-277-000-models-with-shifter-problem/]

	===Safety===		===Safety===

TristanT at 00:10, 30 January 2009

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	2005 EnerGuide fuel efficiency award for most fuel-efficient vehicle in its class (Chevrolet Malibu Maxx)		2005 EnerGuide fuel efficiency award for most fuel-efficient vehicle in its class (Chevrolet Malibu Maxx)

			2003 '''J.D Power Initial Quality Study''' winner (Entry mid-size)

	1997 Motor Trend Car of the Year		1997 Motor Trend Car of the Year

Red marquis at 07:33, 21 November 2008

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	'''LS'''		'''LS'''
	~~[[image:2007_Malibu_bluedrivingleft.jpg\|right\|325px\|thumb]]~~
	*2.2L 144[[hp]] [[I-4]] engine		*2.2L 144[[hp]] [[I-4]] engine
	*15" steel wheels		*15" steel wheels
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	*Four wheel [[anti-lock brakes]]		*Four wheel [[anti-lock brakes]]
	*18" polished alloy wheels		*18" polished alloy wheels
	~~[[image:2007_Malibu_Maxx_blueright.jpg\|right\|325px\|thumb]]~~
	*8-way (6-way power) sports driver's seat		*8-way (6-way power) sports driver's seat
	*Cloth/leather seating and vinyl door trim		*Cloth/leather seating and vinyl door trim
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	The Malibu is manufactured at GM's ''Fairfax #2'' factory in Kansas City, Kansas.		The Malibu is manufactured at GM's ''Fairfax #2'' factory in Kansas City, Kansas.

			<gallery>
			image:2007_Malibu_bluedrivingleft.jpg
			image:2007_Malibu_Maxx_blueright.jpg
			</gallery>

	=====Engines=====		=====Engines=====

Carpro1016: /* Unique Attributes */

2008-05-14T20:47:30Z

Unique Attributes

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	==Unique Attributes==		==Unique Attributes==

			In the side blinkers, headlights, and taillights, there are small Chevrolet emblems.

	==Resale Values==		==Resale Values==

Red marquis: /* External links */

2008-05-03T17:00:59Z

External links

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	* [http://news.windingroad.com/car-buying/pricing-revealed-chevy-will-start-2008-malibu-under-20000/ Pricing Revealed: 2008 Chevy Malibu Will Start Under $20,000]		* [http://news.windingroad.com/car-buying/pricing-revealed-chevy-will-start-2008-malibu-under-20000/ Pricing Revealed: 2008 Chevy Malibu Will Start Under $20,000]
	* [http://www.autoblog.com/2007/10/18/video-maximum-bob-provides-tour-of-malibu-design-details/ VIDEO: Maximum Bob provides tour of Malibu design details]		* [http://www.autoblog.com/2007/10/18/video-maximum-bob-provides-tour-of-malibu-design-details/ VIDEO: Maximum Bob provides tour of Malibu design details]
			* [http://www.worldcarfans.com/9080423.003/new-chevrolet-malibu-ltz-model-revealed New Chevrolet Malibu LTZ Model Revealed]

	This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Malibu Chevrolet Malibu], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Chevrolet_Malibu&action=history contributors].		This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Malibu Chevrolet Malibu], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Chevrolet_Malibu&action=history contributors].