2012 Chevrolet Malibu

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2012 Chevrolet Malibu

Starting MSRP $22,110–$30,200

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MPG City: 17 – 22 Highway: 26 – 33

Available Engines

169-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas)
252-hp, 3.6-liter V-6 (regular gas)

Transmissions

6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual

Average Consumer Rating

(4.8) 16 consumer reviews

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New or Notable

Four-cylinder or V-6
Standard six-speed automatic transmission
Standard OnStar navigation service
Three sets of child-seat anchors
 

What We Like

Ride quality
Decent handling
Crash-test ratings
Easy controls

What We Don't

Weak four-cylinder
So-so cabin materials
Rear visibility
Small trunk opening
Turning circle

Available in LS, LT and top-of-the-line LTZ trim levels, the five-seat Malibu is Chevrolet's entry in the important midsize sedan segment. Its competitors include the Ford Fusion, Honda Accord, Nissan Altima and Toyota Camry. A redesigned Malibu is scheduled to debut for the 2013 model year.

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6 Available Malibu Trims

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    Engine MPG MSRP Invoice
LS 4dr Sedan
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4 cyl 22/33 $22,110 $21,115
1LT 4dr Sedan
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4 cyl 22/33 $23,470 $22,296
2LT 4dr Sedan
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4 cyl 22/33 $26,300 $24,985
3LT 4dr Sedan
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6 cyl 17/26 $28,300 $26,885
1LZ 4dr Sedan
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4 cyl 22/33 $28,600 $27,027
2LZ 4dr Sedan
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6 cyl 17/26 $30,200 $28,539
Destination charge: $760
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