The Malibu may not stand out in a crowd, but it delivers excellent handling, plenty of power, lots of headroom and a quiet and comfortable ride. Handling on back roads is superior to that of the Taurus and as good or better than the Camry. Add to that the Malibu's value and it is well worth adding to the mid-size shopping list.
Leather bucket seats, CD player, power glass sunroof, mud flaps
Destination charge:
N/A
Gas guzzler tax:
N/A
Price as tested (MSRP):
$20,950
Layout:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
3.1-liter V6
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
150 @ 4800
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
180 @ 3200
Transmission:
4-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
20/29 mpg
Wheelbase:
107.0 in.
Length/width/height:
190.4/69.4/56.7 in.
Track, f/r:
59.0/59.3 in.
Turning circle:
36.3 ft.
Seating capacity:
5
Head/hip/leg room, f:
39.4/52.0/41.9 in.
Head/hip/leg room, m:
N/A
Head/hip/leg room, r:
37.6/52.0/38.0 in.
Cargo volume:
17.1 cu. ft.
Payload:
N/A
Towing capacity:
1000 Lbs.
Suspension, f:
Independent
Suspension, r:
Independent
Ground clearance:
N/A
Curb weight:
3077 lbs.
Tires:
P215/60R-15
Brakes, f/r:
disc/drum
Fuel capacity:
15.0 gal.
Unless otherwise indicated, specifications refer to test vehicle.
All prices are manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) effective as of January 19, 1999.
Prices do not include manufacturer's destination and delivery charges.
N/A: Information not available or not applicable.
Manufacturer Info Sources:
1-800-222-1020 -
www.chevrolet.com
