2018 Chevrolet Malibu Features And Specs

Year

Style, Configuration, Engine Options

Trim

Malibu L Package Includes

  • Interior

  • Seats, front bucket

  • Seat adjuster, driver 6-way manual

  • Seat adjuster, front passenger 6-way manual

  • Seat, rear 60/40 split-folding

  • Armrest, rear center with cupholders

  • Map pockets, driver and front passenger seatbacks

  • Floor mats, carpeted front

  • Floor mats, carpeted rear

  • Steering wheel, 3-spoke

  • Steering column, tilt and telescopic

  • Steering wheel controls, mounted controls for audio, phone and cruise

  • Warning indicator, front passenger safety belt

  • Driver Information Center, monochromatic display

  • Theft-deterrent system, content theft alarm

  • Remote panic alarm

  • Door locks, power programmable

  • Windows, power with Express-Down on all

  • Passive Entry System includes Remote Keyless Entry, extended range

  • Keyless start

  • Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed

  • Air conditioning, single-zone manual

  • Air filter, cabin

  • Defogger, rear-window, electric

  • Power outlet, auxiliary, 12-volt

  • Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night

  • Assist handle, front passenger

  • Lighting, interior overhead courtesy lamp, dual reading lamps and illuminated trunk area

  • Trunk cargo anchors

  • Exterior

  • Wheels, 16\ (40.6 cm) steel with cover

  • Tires, P205/65R16 all-season, blackwall

  • Wheel, spare, 16\ (40.6 cm) steel

  • Tire, compact spare, T125/80R16

  • Headlamp control, automatic on and off

  • Headlamps, halogen

  • Mirrors, outside power-adjustable, manual-folding

  • Entertainment

  • Audio system, AM/FM stereo

  • Audio system feature, 6-speaker system

  • Antenna, Black

  • Engine

  • Engine Order Code

    LFV

  • Engine Type and Required Fuel

    Turbocharged Gas I4

  • Displacement (liters/cubic inches)

    1.5L/91

  • Fuel System

    Direct Injection

  • Maximum Horsepower @ RPM

    160 @ 5700

  • Maximum Torque @ RPM

    184 @ 2500-3000

  • Cooling System Capacity (quarts)

    NA

  • Electrical

  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F

    NA

  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

    NA

  • Safety

  • StabiliTrak, stability control system with brake assist includes Traction Control

  • Daytime Running Lamps

  • Air bags, 10 total, frontal and knee for driver and front passenger, side-impact seat-mounted and roof rail for front and rear outboard seating positions includes Passenger Sensing System (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)

  • OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable; EFFECTIVE WITH RETAIL SALES STARTING 5/1/2018. (Visit onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model.)

  • Chevrolet Connected Access with 10 years of standard connectivity which enables services such as, Vehicle Diagnostics, Dealer Maintenance Notification, Chevrolet Smart Driver, Marketplace and more; EFFECTIVE WITH SALES STARTING 5/1/2018. (Limitations apply. Not transferable. Standard connectivity available to original purchaser for ten years from the date of initial vehicle purchase for model year 2018 or newer Chevrolet vehicles. See onstar.com for details and further plan limitations. Connected Access does not include emergency or security services. Availability and additional services enabled by Connected Access are subject to change.)

  • Rear Seat Reminder

  • LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren), for child safety seats

  • Door locks, rear child security

  • Trunk latch, safety, manual release

  • Tire Pressure Monitor System

  • Steering

  • Steering Type

    Electric Rack & Pinion

  • Steering Ratio (:1)

    15.8

  • Turns, lock to lock

    2.8

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)

    37.0

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)

    NA

  • Mechanical

  • Engine, 1.5L turbo DOHC 4-cylinder DI with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) (160 hp 119.3 kW @ 5700 rpm, 184 lb-ft torque 248.4 N-m @ 2500-3000 rpm)

  • Transmission, 6-speed automatic

  • Engine control, stop-start system

  • Axle, 3.23 final drive ratio

  • Front wheel drive

  • Suspension, front MacPherson strut

  • Suspension, rear 4-link, independent

  • Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc

  • Brake rotors, Duralife

  • Brake lining, high-performance, noise and dust performance

  • Brake, parking, manual

  • Fueling system, capless

  • Fuel door, push open

  • Tool kit, road emergency

  • Suspension

  • Front Suspension Type

    MacPherson Strut

  • Rear Suspension Type

    Four-Link

  • Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Towing

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Transmission

  • Transmission Order Code

    MNH

  • Transmission Description

    Automatic

  • Number of Transmission Speeds

    6

  • First Gear Ratio (:1)

    4.58

  • Second Gear Ratio (:1)

    2.96

  • Third Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.91

  • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.45

  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.00

  • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

    .075

  • Reverse Ratio (:1)

    2.94

  • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

    3.23

  • Clutch Size

    NA

  • Vehicle

  • EPA Classification

    Midsize Cars

  • Drivetrain

    Front Wheel Drive

  • Warranty

  • 3 Basic Years / 36,000 Basic Miles

  • 5 Drivetrain Years / 60,000 Drivetrain Miles

  • Qualified Fleet Purchases

    5 Years/100,000 Miles Drivetrain Note / 100,000 Hybrid/Electric Components Miles

  • 5 Roadside Assistance Years / 6 Corrosion Years

  • 3 Corrosion Years / 100,000 Corrosion Miles

  • 36,000 Corrosion Miles / 8 Hybrid/Electric Components Years

  • 60,000 Roadside Assistance Miles / Qualified Fleet Purchases

    5 Years/100,000 Miles Roadside Assistance Note

  • 2 Maintenance Years / 24,000 Maintenance Miles

  • Brakes

  • Brake Type

    Pwr

  • Anti-Lock-Braking System

    4-Wheel

  • Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    NA

  • Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    NA

  • Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)

    NA