The Malibu sparked the return of Chevrolet to the front ranks among midsize sedans. But the Asian and domestic competition is tougher than ever, so Chevrolet must keep the Malibu updated to retain its customers.
The Chevy Malibu never got any respect among midsize sedan buyers, who usually preferred the Camry and Accord over the bland entry from Chevrolet. GM aims to regain some of these customers with the stylish new Malibu, which now offers a spacious cabin, quality materials, and the driveline refinement to be competitive in this crowded segment.
Since its introduction as an all-new model for the 2008 model year, the Chevrolet Malibu has continued to earn praise from consumers, automotive critics and industry experts. Malibu was recently named a Best Buy by Consumers Digest for the second year in a row, and a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for 2010. That's on top of 2008 North American Car of the Year honors by automotive journalists, and more than...
It has been quite a year for the redesigned Chevrolet Malibu. Selected as the 2008 North American Car of the Year and garnering countless accolades and recommendations, the Malibu is making significant advances during an admittedly tough market. With sales of more than 15,000 in March '08, the Malibu rang up a retail sales increase of more than 120 percent. "The Malibu has rewritten the segment rules by giving customers a refined, value-packed car that is...
Offering a competitive combination of refinement and fuel efficiency, the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid is the most affordable hybrid version of a midsize sedan. It delivers the highest fuel economy among all Malibu models without having the highest price tag. Malibu Hybrid delivers an estimated 34 mpg in highway driving and 26 mpg in the city - an improvement over 2008 models, thanks to better control of the battery charging/discharging system and new low rolling-resistance tires "With...
The all-new 2008 Chevrolet Malibu delivers great performance, fuel economy and refinement, wrapped in a clean, tailored design that carries the new face of Chevrolet. A broad range of detailed, well-appointed and efficient models is offered. "The 2008 Malibu rewrites Chevrolet's midsize car strategy, offering a stylish, uncompromising package that stacks up against the most popular competitors," said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general manager. "We know the competition is very good, and this new Malibu has the...
The all-new 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid will join baseball's other stars as it makes its world debut in the All-Star Fan Zone today. The Malibu Hybrid's appearance continues through the last out of one of MLB's highlights of the year. Thanks to an affordable hybrid powertrain option, the all-new 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid not only will be the most refined new midsize sedan in the neighborhood, but one of the most fuel-efficient, as well. Powered by...
The all-new 2008 Chevrolet Malibu delivers great performance, fuel economy and refinement, wrapped in a clean, tailored design that carries the new face of Chevrolet. The new Malibu will be unveiled at the North American International Auto Show. It arrives at Chevrolet dealerships later this year. "The 2008 Malibu rewrites Chevrolet's midsize car strategy, offering a stylish, uncompromising package that stacks up against the most popular competitors," said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general manager. "We know the...
The redesigned Chevrolet Malibu is based on GM's global midsize platform, which serves as the foundation for a strong body structure, precise build quality and refined driving dynamics. It is more than three inches (76 mm) longer than the current model, with a six-inch-longer (162 mm) wheelbase. These proportions create a wheels-at-the-corners stance that enables a smoother, more direct driving experience. Performance comes from a family of powerful dual-overhead cam four- and six-cylinder engines, including a...