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Chevrolet Malibu IX (facelift 2019) 1.5 (165 Hp) CVT
Overall Rating
Chevrolet Malibu:
The Chevrolet Malibu is a mid-size car that was manufactured and marketed by Chevrolet from 1964 to 1983 and from 1997 to 2025. The Malibu began as a trim-level of the Chevrolet Chevelle, becoming its own model line in 1978. Originally a rear-wheel-drive intermediate, GM revived the Malibu nameplate as a front-wheel-drive car in 1997.
Named after the coastal community of Malibu, California, the Malibu has been marketed primarily in North America, with the eighth generation introduced globally. Malibu production in the US ended in November 2024, as the Fairfax plant is being retooled for the upcoming second-generation Chevrolet Bolt. The Malibu is now the last sedan to have been sold by Chevrolet in the US....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IX (facelift 2019) Overview:
Chevrolet Malibu (IX (facelift 2019)). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.1 l/100km). With a weight of 1425 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 (165 Hp) CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily commuting and city driving, though it can feel strained under heavy acceleration or at higher speeds.
Fuel Economy
Expected to be the most fuel-efficient non-hybrid option, providing good economy for urban and suburban use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for passengers
- • Smooth ride quality, especially on longer journeys
- • Strong available 2.0L turbo engine option
- • Excellent fuel economy with the hybrid powertrain
- • User-friendly infotainment system
Cons:
- • Interior material quality can feel less premium than rivals
- • CVT in 1.5L can be noisy under hard acceleration
- • Not as engaging to drive as some competitors
- • Rear visibility can be somewhat limited
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XL: 2016 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Malibu |
| Generation: | IX (facelift 2019) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (165 Hp) CVT |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 165 Hp @ 5700 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 110.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 2500-3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1490 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VVT |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 116.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.7 kg/Nm, 176.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1418-1433 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 447 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4923 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1854 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1463 mm mm [7mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2830 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Front track: | 1590 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1588 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16; 245/45 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 16; 8.0J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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