What's New: 2018 Chevrolet Malibu
The Malibu Hybrid gets an EPA-estimated 46 mpg combined. Previous generations of the Malibu offered only a mild-hybrid system that provided modest fuel-economy benefits.
The Malibu Hybrid comes with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine with direct injection, a two-motor hybrid system, a continuously variable automatic transmission and a lithium-ion battery pack. The system can operate in electric-only mode up to 55 mph, according to Chevrolet. The battery location in the trunk reduces cargo volume to 11.6 cubic feet from 15.8.
What’s Special
- Exhaust gas heat recovery for consistent fuel economy
- LED daytime running lights
- OnStar 4G LTE connectivity and Wi-Fi hot spot (subscription required)
