Chevrolet Malibu XL 535 (200 Hp) DSS

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)

XL Overview:

Chevrolet Malibu (XL). With 253 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1480 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.1 s). The top speed reaches 220 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

People's Opinions:

Our robots surveyed the comments on Reddit to find out people's satisfaction with Chevrolet Malibu. About 146 comments were scanned, 21 comments (14.38% of the total comments) were positive, compared to 16 negative comments (10.96% of the total comments). The remaining 109 comments were neutral (did not mention any praise or criticism) (%neutralPercentag%% of the total comments), and thus it received a rating of 1 stars out of 5.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Decent ICE technology.
• Efficient fuel consumption: 6 L/100 km combined.
• Front-wheel drive offers efficiency and lower weight.
• Independent suspension (front: Independent type McPherson, rear: Independent multi-link suspension) for comfort and handling.
• Rack-and-pinion steering for precise control.
• ABS improves braking safety.
• Electric power steering improves efficiency and feel.
• Decent trunk space: 505 L.
• Reasonable curb weight (1430 kg).

Cons:

• Underpowered ICE: only 170 hp.
• Sluggish ICE-only acceleration: 9.5 sec.
• Sluggish 0–100 km/h time: 9.5 sec.
• Weak weight-to-power: ≈ 119 hp/tonne.
• Low weight-to-torque: ≈ 175.4 Nm/tonne.
• Over 7 years old design.

Based on the pros and cons, the car is rated 4/5

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Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VIII (facelift 2014): 2014 - 2016).

General:

  Brand: Chevrolet
  Model: Malibu
  Generation: XL
  Modification (Engine): 535 (200 Hp) DSS
  Start of production: 2016
  End of production: 2018
  Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion engine
  Body type: Sedan
  Seats: 5
  Doors: 4

Engine:

  Power: 200 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower
  Power per litre: 81.4 Hp/l [58mm more.]
  Torque: 253 Nm @ 4400 rpm.
  Engine displacement: 2457
  Number of cylinders: 4
  Engine configuration: Inline
  Number of valves per cylinder: 4
  Fuel injection system: Direct injection
  Engine aspiration: Naturally aspirated engine
  Engine oil capacity: 6 l
  Coolant: 7.4 l
  Engine layout: Front, Transverse
  Compression ratio: 11.2:1

Performance:

  Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline)
  Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: 6 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 7.3 l/100 km
  Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: 9.1 sec
  Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: 9.1 sec
  Maximum speed: 220 km/h
  Weight-to-power ratio: 7.4 kg/Hp, 135.1 Hp/tonne
  Weight-to-torque ratio: 5.8 kg/Nm, 170.9 Nm/tonne
  Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: 8.6 sec

Space:

  Kerb Weight: 1480
  Trunk (boot) space - minimum: 520 l
  Fuel tank capacity: 62 l

Size:

  Length: 4923 mm [58mm more.]
  Width: 1854 mm [Same width.]
  Height: 1477 mm [15mm more.]
  Wheelbase: 2829 mm [91mm more.]
  Front track: 1596 mm
  Rear (Back) track: 1599 mm

Powertrain:

  Drivetrain Architecture: The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
  Drive wheel: Front wheel drive
  Number of gears: 6
  Transmission type: Automatic
  Gearbox type: DSS
  Front brakes: Disc
  Rear brakes: Disc
  Assisting systems: ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
  Steering type: Steering rack and pinion
  Power steering: Electric Steering
  Tires size: 225/55 R17
  Wheel rims size: 7.5J x 17
  Front suspension: Independent type McPherson
  Rear suspension: Independent multi-link suspension