6-speed automatic transmission

Mated with the 2.4L, 4-cylinder engine this high-tech 6-speed transmission has overdrive at the top of its gearing, which helps Malibu^® remain remarkably quiet on the highway and refreshingly stingy at the gas pump. It offers an EPA-estimated 33 mpg (highway). And, for family members who crave a little sportiness, the transmission features TAPshift^®, which lets you work through the gears manually by pressing a button on the shifter. This clutchless feature also comes in handy to get you moving on slippery surfaces, because you can start in second or third gear for better traction.