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2010 malibu

FEATURES & SPECS

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Trim-Specific Features
Please note: Features to the right may be in addition to, or in place of, features in other trims 		LS 1LT 2LT LTZ
ECOTEC 2.4L 4-cylinder engine with VVT and 4-speed automatic transmission 6-speed automatic transmission with TAPshift controls 17" Chrome-Tech aluminum wheels 18" 10-spoke bright-finish aluminum wheels
17" fascia-spoke wheels with painted Sterling Silver trim 17" fascia-spoke wheels with bright chrome trim Chrome exhaust tip Projector-beam foglamps
Black grille with chrome surround Bright accent front fascia and sill plates; body-color rocker moldings with bright inserts Bluetooth® wireless technology5 for select phones LED clear lens taillamps
Body-color rocker moldings and black mirrors Power-adjustable body-color mirrors Leather-wrapped shift knob and steering wheel Silver finish front grille with chrome surround; chrome door handles
Custom Cloth seats with power height/lumbar-adjustable driver seat Steering wheel-mounted audio controls UltraLux seating with heated front seats with driver 6-way power adjuster Heated, power-adjustable body-color mirrors with driver-side auto-dimming
AM/FM stereo with CD player, MP3 playback and auxiliary audio input jack Front and rear carpeted floor mats Auto-dimming rearview mirror with 8-point compass Two-tone, leather appointed, heated front seats with accent piping
OnStar2 with Turn-by-Turn Navigation standard for the first year3 Remote vehicle starter system 8-way power driver and 6-way power passenger seat adjusters
XM Radio with 3 trial months4 Universal Home Remote transmitter 8-speaker Premium Audio System
Cruise control USB port
StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System with Traction Control Automatic climate control
4-wheel antilock disc brakes Front and rear premium carpeted floor mats
Acoustic laminated glass
Remote Keyless Entry

Highlights

Vehicle Key Features
LS 1LT 2LT LTZ
ECOTEC 2.4L 4-cyl. engine with Variable Valve Timing (VVT)
169 hp and an EPA est. 33 MPG hwy. (LT and LTZ) 		Standard Standard Standard Standard
ECOTEC 3.6L V6 engine with Variable Valve Timing (VVT)
252 hp and an EPA est. 26 MPG hwy. 		Not Available Not Available Available Available
Six-speed automatic transmission with TAPshift controls
Delivers improved performance and better fuel economy.
2.4L 4 cyl: 33 hwy/22 city
3.6L V6: 26 hwy/17 city 		Not Available Standard Standard Standard
Four-speed automatic transmission
 Standard Not Available Not Available Not Available
Four-wheel antilock disc brakes
Helps reduce wheel lockup and maintain steering control during hard braking. 		Standard Standard Standard Standard
StabiliTrak including Traction Control
Improves vehicle stability, especially during emergency maneuvers. 		Standard Standard Standard Standard
Chrome surround grille
 Standard Standard Standard Standard
Halogen headlamps
Bright beams penetrate the night. 		Standard Standard Standard Standard
Six air bags6 with Passenger Sensing System Standard Standard Standard Standard
OnStar2 with Turn-by-Turn Navigation3 standard for the first year
Plan trips ahead using eNav7 from MapQuest.com.® 		Standard Standard Standard Standard
Remote Keyless Entry
Also good for finding your car when you forget where you parked. 		Standard Standard Not Available Not Available
Remote vehicle starter system
For cold mornings and hot afternoons. Also includes Remote Keyless Entry. 		Not Available Available8 Standard Standard
TAPshift manual shift controls
Manually select gears for performance or to handle specific road conditions 		Not Available Standard Standard Standard
Auxiliary audio input jack
Allows access to your other music devices. 		Standard Standard Standard Standard
XM Radio4 with 3 trial months
Turn your world on with over 170 digital stations. 		Standard Standard Standard Standard
Bluetooth® wireless technology5 for select phones
Hands-free calling. 		Available Available8 Standard Standard
Center console with sliding armrest Standard Standard Standard Standard
60/40 split-folding rear seatback
Added flexibility to create more space in the back seat for your things. 		Standard Standard Standard Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor (excludes spare tire)
Warns you when the tire pressure drops. 		Standard Standard Standard Standard
Driver Information Center
Provides info on up to 34 vehicle functions, including oil life. 		Standard Standard Standard Standard
Auxiliary glove box
A convenient place for sunglasses, MP3 players, phones and more. 		Standard Standard Standard Standard
Content theft-deterrent alarm system
Sounds horn and flashes lights upon unauthorized entry. 		Standard Standard Standard Standard
PASS-Key III Plus vehicle theft-deterrent system
Features vehicle shut-off. 		Standard Standard Standard Standard
110-volt household outlet with 3-prong outlet
Power gadgets and charge batteries for better road trips. 		Not Available Available Available9 Available9

Powertrain

Powertrain

Powertrain LS 1LT 2LT LTZ
Standard Engine Gas 4-Cyl Gas 4-Cyl Gas 4-Cyl Gas 4-Cyl
Displacement (liters/ cu in.) 2.4L/146.5 2.4L/146.5 2.4L/146.5 2.4L/146.5
Transmission 4 Automatic w/OD 6 Automatic w/OD 6 Automatic w/OD 6 Automatic w/OD
Horsepower @ RPM 169 @ 6400 169 @ 6400 169 @ 6400 169 @ 6400
Torque @ RPM 160 @ 4500 160 @ 4500 160 @ 4500 160 @ 4500
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension 4-Link Independent 4-Link Independent 4-Link Independent 4-Link Independent
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Fuel Injection Mechanical Fuel Injection Mechanical Fuel Injection Mechanical Fuel Injection Mechanical Fuel Injection
Axle Ratio 3.91 2.77 2.77 2.77
4- wheel ABS Standard Standard Standard Standard
4-wheel Disc Brakes Standard Standard Standard Standard
StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System Standard Standard Standard Standard
Traction Control System Standard Standard Standard Standard
Turning circle 40.4 ft 40.4 ft 40.4 ft 40.4 ft

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions LS 1LT 2LT LTZ
Overall Length 191.8 in 191.8 in 191.8 in 191.8 in
Overall Width 70.3 in 70.3 in 70.3 in 70.3 in
Overall Height 57.1 in 57.1 in 57.1 in 57.1 in
Wheelbase 112.3 in 112.3 in 112.3 in 112.3 in
Front Head Room 39.4 in 39.4 in 39.4 in 39.4 in
Second Row Head Room 37.2 in 37.2 in 37.2 in 37.2 in
Front Hip Room 53.0 in 53.0 in 53.0 in 53.0 in
Second Row Hip Room 52.1 in 52.1 in 52.1 in 52.1 in
Front Leg Room 42.2 in 42.2 in 42.2 in 42.2 in
Second Row Leg Room 37.6 in 37.6 in 37.6 in 37.6 in
Front Shoulder Room 55.9 in 55.9 in 55.9 in 55.9 in
Second Row Shoulder Room 53.9 in 53.9 in 53.9 in 53.9 in
Seating Capacity 5 5 5 5
Cargo Volume 15.1 ft³ 15.1 ft³ 15.1 ft³ 15.1 ft³
Front Tread Width 59.6 in 59.6 in 59.6 in 59.6 in
Rear Tread Width 60.0 in 60.0 in 60.0 in 60.0 in
Curb Weight 3415 3436 3436 3649

Exterior

Exterior

Exterior LS 1LT 2LT LTZ
Daytime Running Lights Standard Standard Standard Standard
Fog Lamps Not Available Not Available Not Available Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard Standard Standard
Remote Keyless Entry Standard Standard Standard Standard
Remote Trunk Release Standard Standard Standard Standard
Power Driver Side Mirror Standard Standard Standard Standard
Power Passenger-Side Mirror Standard Standard Standard Standard
Heated Exterior Driver Mirror Not Available Not Available Not Available Standard
Heated Exterior Passenger Mirror Not Available Not Available Not Available Standard
Intermittent Wipers Standard Standard Standard Standard
Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers Standard Standard Standard Standard
Traction Control System Standard Standard Standard Standard
StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System Standard Standard Standard Standard
Aluminum Wheels Not Available Not Available Available Standard
Chrome Wheels Not Available Not Available Standard Not Available
Steel Wheels Standard Standard Not Available Not Available
Tires - Front Touring Standard Standard Standard Standard
Tires - Rear Touring Standard Standard Standard Standard
Compact Spare Tire Available Available Available Available
Rear Spoiler Available Available Available Available

Interior

Interior

Interior LS 1LT 2LT LTZ
Driver Air Bag Standard Standard Standard Standard
Passenger Air Bag Standard Standard Standard Standard
Front Seat Mounted Side Impact Airbag Standard Standard Standard Standard
Front Head Curtain Side Impact Air Bags Standard Standard Standard Standard
Rear Head Curtain Side Impact Air Bags Standard Standard Standard Standard
Child Safety Locks Standard Standard Standard Standard
Automatic Climate Control Not Available Not Available Not Available Standard
Single Zone Climate Control Standard Standard Standard Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard Standard Standard Standard
Cruise Control Standard Standard Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard Standard Standard
Remote Vehicle Start Available Available Standard Standard
Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof Not Available Available Available Available
Power Driver Seat Standard Standard Standard Standard
Power Passenger Seat Not Available Not Available Not Available Standard
Heated Driver Seat Not Available Not Available Standard Standard
Heated Passenger Seat Not Available Not Available Standard Standard
Cloth Seats Standard Standard Standard Not Available
Leather-Appointed Seats Not Available Not Available Not Available Standard
Bucket Seats Standard Standard Standard Standard
Pass-Through Rear Seat Standard Standard Standard Standard
Driver Lumbar Support Standard Standard Standard Standard
AM/FM Stereo Standard Standard Standard Standard
CD Player Standard Standard Standard Standard
XM Satellite Radio With 3 Trial Months Standard Standard Standard Standard
MP3 Playback Standard Standard Standard Standard
Auxiliary-Audio Input Jacks Standard Standard Standard Standard
Entertainment System Not Available Available Available Available
Bluetooth® connectivity Available Available Standard Standard
OnStar® with One Year Safe & Sound Plan Standard Standard Standard Standard
Vehicle Anti-Theft System Standard Standard Standard Standard
Universal Home Remote Not Available Not Available Standard Standard
Power Steering Standard Standard Standard Standard
Adjustable Steering Wheel Standard Standard Standard Standard
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel Not Available Not Available Standard Standard
Electrochromic, Automatic-Dimming Rearview Mirror Not Available Not Available Standard Standard
Driver Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror Not Available Not Available Standard Standard
Passenger Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror Not Available Not Available Standard Standard
Passenger Visor Vanity Mirror Standard Standard Standard Standard
Front Reading Lamps Standard Standard Standard Standard
Rear Reading Lamps Not Available Not Available Standard Standard
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Standard Standard Standard Standard
Auxiliary Pwr Outlet Standard Standard Standard Standard
Front Floor Mats Available Standard Standard Standard
Rear Floor Mats Available Standard Standard Standard
Head up Display Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available
Cooled Driver Seat Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available
Cooled Passenger Seat Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available

Safety

Safety

Safety LS 1LT 2LT LTZ
Driver Air bags Standard Standard Standard Standard
Passenger Air bags Standard Standard Standard Standard
Thorax Side Impact Standard Standard Standard Standard
Front Head Curtain Side Impact Air Bags Standard Standard Standard Standard
Rear Head Curtain Side Impact Air Bags Standard Standard Standard Standard
OnStar Automatic Crash Response Standard Standard Standard Standard
OnStar Remote Door Unlock Standard Standard Standard Standard
OnStar Emergency Services Standard Standard Standard Standard
OnStar Roadside Assistance Standard Standard Standard Standard
OnStar Vehicle Diagnostic Standard Standard Standard Standard
Daytime Running Lamps Standard Standard Standard Standard
Traction Control System Standard Standard Standard Standard
StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System Standard Standard Standard Standard
Vehicle Anti-Theft System Standard Standard Standard Standard
4- Wheel ABS Standard Standard Standard Standard
4-Wheel Disc Brakes Standard Standard Standard Standard
Rear Door Child Security Lockout Standard Standard Standard Standard
Fog Lamps Not Available Not Available Not Available Standard
Remote Keyless Entry Standard Standard Standard Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor Standard Standard Standard Standard

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Efficiency LS 1LT 2LT LTZ
EPA Est. Fuel Economy City 22 MPG 22 MPG 22 MPG 22 MPG
EPA Est. Fuel Economy Highway 30 MPG 30 MPG 33 MPG 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity 16 gal 16 gal 16 gal 16 gal

Warranty

Warranty

Warranty LS 1LT 2LT LTZ
Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty 3 Years/36,000 Miles 3 Years/36,000 Miles 3 Years/36,000 Miles 3 Years/36,000 Miles
Powertrain/Drivetrain Limited Warranty 5 Years/100,000 Miles 5 Years/100,000 Miles 5 Years/100,000 Miles 5 Years/100,000 Miles
Rust Warranty 6 Years/100,000 Miles 6 Years/100,000 Miles 6 Years/100,000 Miles 6 Years/100,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Program 5 Years/100,000 Miles 5 Years/100,000 Miles 5 Years/100,000 Miles 5 Years/100,000 Miles
 

1
The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment. Click here to see all Chevrolet vehicles' destination freight charges.
2
MSRP less cash offers. Tax, title, license and dealer fees extra. Take new retail delivery by 11/02/2009. Residency restrictions apply. Not available with some other offers. See dealer for details.
3
Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for details and system limitations.
4
Not available in certain areas. Visit onstar.com for coverage map.
5
XM Radio requires a subscription, sold separately by XM after the first 90 days. XM Radio U.S. service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia. For more information, visit gm.xmradio.com.
6
Go to gm.com/bluetooth to find out which phones are compatible with the vehicle.
7
Always use safety belts and the correct restraint for your child's age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with the Passenger Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate infant, child or booster seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with a passenger air bag. See the Owner's Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.
8
Not available in certain areas and with Verizon Wireless Nationwide Plan with OnStar. Visit onstar.com for coverage map.
9
Requires available Power Convenience Package.
10
Requires available Rear Power Package.