1997 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

1997 Chevrolet Malibu

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1997 Chevrolet Malibu

Kelley Blue Book Retail $3,525–$4,100  

Specifications

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Specifications shown for: Base 4dr Sedan

Engines

150-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas)  
155-hp, 3.1-liter V-6 (regular gas)  

Transmissions

4-speed automatic w/OD  

Powertrain

2.4 Engine liters  
Optional Engine liters: 3.1  
I-4 Cylinder configuration  
Optional Cylinder configuration: V-6  
16 # of valves  
Optional # of valves: 12  
Standard Sequential multi-point fuel injection  
regular unleaded Recommended fuel  
Optional Block heater  
Standard Battery run down protection  
Standard Stainless steel exhaust  
4 speed Automatic transmission  
Standard Overdrive  
Standard Transmission electronic control  
Standard Transmission lock-up torque converter  
3.05 Axle ratio  
20 mpg Fuel economy city  
29 mpg Fuel economy highway  
15 gal. Fuel tank capacity
150-hp @ 6,000RPM Engine horsepower  
Optional Engine horsepower: 155-hp @ 5,200RPM  
150 lb.-ft. @ 4,000RPM Engine torque  
Optional Engine torque: 185 lb.-ft. @ 4,000RPM  
3.54" x 3.70" Engine bore x stroke  
Optional Engine bore x stroke: 3.50" x 3.31"  

Standard Specs and Dimensions

146 cu.in. Engine displacement  
.34 Drag coefficient  
3,051 lbs. Curb weight  
190.4" Exterior length  
69.4" Exterior body width  
56.9" Exterior height  
107.5" Wheelbase  
59.0" Front tread  
59.3" Rear tread  
18.2' Turning radius  
42.2" Front legroom  
37.9" Rear legroom  
39.4" Front headroom  
37.6" Rear headroom  
52.0" Front hiproom  
52.2" Rear hiproom  
55.5" Front shoulder room  
55.0" Rear shoulder room  
98.9 cu.ft. Passenger volume  
16.4 cu.ft. Interior cargo volume  
16.4 cu.ft. Maximum interior cargo volume  

Suspension/Handling

Standard Four wheel independent suspension  
Standard Front anti-roll bar  
Standard Rear anti-roll bar  
Standard Power steering  
Standard Rack and pinion steering  
Optional Alloy wheels  
215/60SR15.0 Front tires  
215/60SR15.0 Rear tires  

Body Exterior

4 Number of doors
Optional Power door mirrors  
Standard Body-color or chrome door mirrors  
Standard Body-color or chrome door handles  
Standard Body-colored bumpers  
Standard Front licence plate bracket  
Optional Front mud flaps  
Optional Rear mud flaps  
Standard Bodyside moldings  

Convenience Feature

Standard Air conditioning  
Standard Underseat ducts  
Optional Cruise control  
Optional Power windows  
Optional 1-touch down  
Optional Remote keyless entry  
Standard Tilt steering wheel  
Standard Day-night rearview mirror  
Standard Driver vanity mirror  
Standard Passenger vanity mirror  
Standard Front cupholder  
Standard Full floor console  
Standard Covered floor storage  
Standard Driver door bin  
Standard Passenger door bin  
Standard Illuminated glove box  
1 12V DC power outlet  

Seats and Trim

Standard Max. seating capacity of 5  
Standard Front bucket seats  
Optional Power driver seat  
4 Number of driver seat adjustments  
Optional Number of driver seat adjustments: 8  
Standard Reclining driver seat  
Optional Height adjustable driver seat  
Standard Driver fore/aft adjustment  
4 Number of passenger seat adjustments  
Standard Reclining passenger seat  
Standard Passenger fore/aft adjustment  
w/storage Front center armrest  
Standard Rear bench seat  
Optional Split folding rear seat  
Standard Cloth door panel trim  
Standard Full headliner  
Standard Full carpet floor covering  
Optional Floor mats  
Standard Carpeted cargo space  

Entertainment Features

Standard Radio  
Standard Seek-scan  
Optional Cassette  
Optional CD player  
Optional In-dash CD changer  
Optional Audio theft deterrent  
4 Speakers

Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation

Standard Fully automatic headlights  
Standard Aero-composite headlamps  
Standard Center high mounted stop light  
Standard Variably intermittent wipers  
Optional Rear window defroster  
Standard Tinted windows  
Optional Front reading lights  
Standard Tachometer  
Standard Trip odometer  
Standard Water temp gauge  
Standard Oil pressure warning  
Standard Battery warning  
Standard Low coolant warning  
Standard Key warning  
Standard Low fuel warning  
Standard Low washer fluid warning  
Standard Door ajar warning  

Safety and Security

Standard ABS brakes  
Standard Front disc/rear drum brakes  
Standard Daytime running lights  
Standard Driver front impact airbags  
Standard Height adjustable front seatbelts  
Optional Power door locks  
Optional Remote keyless entry  
Standard Rear child safety locks  
Standard Ignition disable  
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