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2012 Chevrolet Malibu
2LZ
Quick Specs
$30,200(1)
Gas V6
3.6L/217
252 HP
Automatic w/manual shift
Front Wheel Drive
5 Adults
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1MSRP does not include destination and handling
2Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
2Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
Vehicle
| EPA Classification | Midsize |
Transmission
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Order Code | MH2 |
| Trans Type | 6 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic w/manual shift |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 4.58 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.96 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.91 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.45 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.75 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 2.94 |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 2.89 |
Electrical
| 525 |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | - TBD - |
Weight Information
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 3473 |
Suspension
| Suspension Type - Front | MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | 4-Link |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | w/Coil Springs |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) | - TBD - |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) | - TBD - |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) | 0.87 |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) | 0.79 |
Tires
| Front Tire Size | P225/50R18 |
| Rear Tire Size | P225/50R18 |
Steering
| Steering Type | Hydraulic Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | 16.4 |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 2.7 |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 39.4 |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) | - TBD - |
Exterior Dimensions
| Wheelbase (in) | 112.3 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 191.8 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 70.3 |
| Height, Overall (in) | 57.1 |
| Track Width, Front (in) | 59.6 |
| Track Width, Rear (in) | 60.0 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | - TBD - |
| Liftover Height (in) | - TBD - |
Interior Dimensions
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| 97.7 |
| Front Head Room (in) | 39.4 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 42.2 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 55.9 |
| Front Hip Room (in) | 53.0 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 37.2 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 37.6 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 53.9 |
| Second Hip Room (in) | 52.1 |
Emissions
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 4 (2011) |
| Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year | 9.3 |
Engine
| Engine Order Code | LY7 |
| Engine Type | Gas V6 |
| Displacement | 3.6L/217 |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 252 @ 6300 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 251 @ 3200 |
Mileage
| Fuel Economy Est-Combined (N/A) | 20 |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) | 17 |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) | 26 |
Cooling System
| Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) | 10.3 |
Trailering
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) | 1000 |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) | 100 |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) | 1000 |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) | 150 |
Brakes
| Brake Type | Pwr |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.7 x - TBD - |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 10.9 x - TBD - |
Wheels
| Front Wheel Size (in) | 18 x - TBD - |
| Rear Wheel Size (in) | 18 x - TBD - |
| Front Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Rear Wheel Material | Aluminum |
Fuel Tank
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 16.0 |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| 15.1 |
Summary
| Vehicle Name | Chevrolet Malibu |
| Body Style | 4 Door Sedan |
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