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Chevrolet Malibu VII 2.4i (164 Hp) Hybrid
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)
VII Overview:
Chevrolet Malibu (VII). With 216 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9 l/100km). With a weight of 1604 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.
The Chevrolet Malibu VII was not tested by Euro NCAP. In US tests, it received good ratings, including a 'Top Safety Pick' from IIHS in 2008 and 5-star frontal crash ratings from NHTSA, indicating solid occupant protection.
2.4i (164 Hp) Hybrid Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily driving, with the mild hybrid system providing smooth acceleration and a slight boost at lower speeds. Not designed for spirited performance.
Fuel Economy
Achieves decent fuel economy for its class, benefiting from the mild hybrid assistance, though it's not as efficient as full hybrid systems from competitors.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable and quiet ride quality
- • Stylish exterior design for its era
- • Improved interior quality over previous generations
- • Available powerful V6 engine option
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics still feel cheap
- • 4-speed automatic transmission is dated and less efficient
- • Hybrid system not as efficient as full hybrids from competitors
- • Handling is competent but not as sporty as some rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI (facelift 2006): 2007 - 2008).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Malibu |
| Generation: | VII |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4i (164 Hp) Hybrid |
| Start of production: | 2008 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV) |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 164 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.8 Hp/l [89mm more] |
| Torque: | 216 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LAT More details about the engine LAT |
| Engine displacement: | 2384 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 7.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 98 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.8 kg/Hp, 102.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.4 kg/Nm, 134.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1604 |
| Max. weight: | 2140 |
| Max load: | 536 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 377 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4872 mm mm [89mm more] |
| Width: | 1785 mm mm [9mm more] |
| Height: | 1451 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2852 mm mm [152mm more] |
| Front track: | 1514 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1524 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.3 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| 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 | 215/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| System power: | 164 Hp |
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