The 2010 Chevrolet Malibu comes in three different trim levels--LS, LT, and LTZ. Standard on each model is a 169-hp, 2.4L 4-cylinder engine, which can now run on an E85 ethanol/gasoline blend. A 252-hp, 3.6L V6 with variable valve timing is optional on the LT and LTZ trims. Four-cylinder LS and LT models get a 4-speed automatic transmission, though a 6-speed automatic is optional on the LT and standard on the LTZ. With the 4-cylinder engine, the Malibu achieves respectable fuel-efficiency ratings of 22 mpg city, 30 mpg highway.
Inside and out, the Malibu's lines are modern and attractive, with great attention to detail. The flowing instrument panel forms a "dual cockpit" design. LTZ models get front fog lamps and attention-getting LED rear lamps.
With its 4-wheel independent suspension and either 17- or 18-inch wheels, the Malibu offers a smooth ride and sporty handling response, due to a standard rear stabilizer bar. Four-cylinder models have electric variable-assist power steering, while V6 models have hydraulic power steering.
Interiors in LS and LT Malibus are cloth, while the LTZ offers standard leather seating. Gauges are displayed with distinctive blue backlighting. Available ambient lighting backlights the center console and door pulls, and the overhead console in LTZ models bathes the center console area with LED light.
All Malibu models, including the base LS, come quite well equipped, with cruise control, remote keyless entry, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel, and an MP3-compatible CD audio system. Top LTZ models include heated front seats, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, a 6-CD stereo and a remote starter system. XM satellite radio is available on all Malibus. A power sunroof is optional across the range, and the upgraded stereo is optional on LS and LT models.
Front passenger airbags, head-curtain side airbags covering front and rear outboard seats, and seat-mounted thorax-protecting air bags are standard for all models. Additionally StabiliTrak electronic stability control is standard across the Malibu range, and it incorporates brake assist and traction control.
GM's OnStar system is standard on all Malibu models.
Audio system, AM/FM stereo with USB port, CD player and MP3 playback seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), automatic volume, TheftLock, auxiliary input jack and 36 cross-band presets
Bluetooth for phone, personal cell phone connectivity to vehicle audio system and HMI (Human Machine Interface)
Steering wheel controls, mounted audio controls
XM Radio is standard on more than 50 2010 GM models, including three trial months of service. XM turns your world on with commercial-free music channels for virtually every music genre, all in amazing digital quality sound. Turn on your favorite sports, the biggest names in News, Talk and Comedy, family programming, exclusive concerts and original music series, wherever you go from coast to coast. Everything worth listening to is now on XM. (XM service available only in the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia. XM Radio subscription required and sold separately after trial period. Fees, taxes, and a one-time re-activation fee, may apply. Subscriptions governed by XM Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. All fees and programming subject to change. Family programming Packages are available.)
EXTERIOR
Door handles, chrome
Fascia, front body-color with integral fog lamps
Fascia, rear body-color with chrome license plate bezel
Fog lamps, front, integral in front fascia
Glass, acoustic, laminated
Glass, Solar-Ray light-tinted
Grille, Silver with chrome surround
Headlamps, halogen composite with crystalline-like lenses and automatic exterior lamp control
Mirrors, outside heated power-adjustable and driver-side auto-dimming, body-color, manual-folding
Moldings, body-color rocker with bright inserts
Tail lamps, LED illumination
Tire sealant and inflator kit in place of spare tire (Deleted when (ZFH) compact spare tire is ordered.)
Wipers, front intermittent, variable, speed-sensitive
INTERIOR
Air conditioning, single-zone automatic climate control
Console, floor with floor shifter, integral sliding armrest and dual storage compartment
Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed
Cup holders, dual front and rear
Defogger, rear-window electric
Door locks, power programmable with lockout protection and delayed locking
Driver Information Center with driver customization, warning messages and vehicle information including outside temperature display, trip odometer and programmable menu functions
Floor mats, premium carpeted front and rear
Instrumentation, analog with speedometer, engine temperature, fuel, tachometer and PRNDL
Lighting, interior rear reading lights
Lighting, interior with front reading lights
Map pockets, driver and front passenger seatbacks
Mirror, inside rearview auto-dimming with 8-point compass display
Power Center, rear includes a 110-volt AC adapter with 3-prong outlet
Power outlets, 2 auxiliary
Remote vehicle starter system includes enhanced Remote Keyless Entry
Seat adjuster, driver 8-way power
Seat adjuster, driver power lumbar control
Seat adjuster, driver power vertical height
Seat adjuster, passenger 6-way power
Seat, rear 60/40 split-folding seatback
Seats, front bucket with leather-appointed seating reclining seatbacks and adjustable outboard head restraints
Seats, heated driver and front passenger
Shift knob, leather-wrapped
Sill plate, bright accent
Steering column, tilt and telescopic
Steering wheel, 3-spoke leather-wrapped with mounted cruise controls
TAPshift manual shift control, on steering wheel
Theft-deterrent alarm system, content theft alarm
Theft-deterrent system, vehicle, PASS-Key III+
Trunk mat, carpeted
Trunk release, power, interior
Universal Home Remote includes garage door opener, 3-channel programmable
Visors, driver and front passenger illuminated vanity mirrors, covered
Window shade backglass, manual, roll-away in rear shelf panel
Windows, power with driver Express-Down and Up and rear passenger lockout
MECHANICAL
Battery, maintenance-free with rundown protection
Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc
Engine, ECOTEC 2.4L DOHC, 16-valve, 4-cylinder Variable Valve Timing MFI uses gasoline only (169 hp [126.0 kW] @ 6400 rpm, 160 lb-ft of torque [216.0 N-m] @ 4500 rpm) (Standard for Retail order types in all states. Standard for Fleet or Government order types ordering YF5 or NE1 emissions. Not available for Fleet or Government order types in Federal emissions states.)
Exhaust tip, chrome
Front wheel drive
Steering, Electric Power Steering (EPS) assist
Suspension, 4-wheel independent
Transmission, 6-speed automatic electronically controlled with overdrive
SAFETY
Air bags, dual-stage frontal, and thorax side-impact, driver and front passenger, and head curtain side-impact, front and rear outboard seating positions includes Passenger Sensing System (Head curtain side air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of head and neck injuries to front and rear seat occupants on the near side of certain side-impact collisions. Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your child's age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with air bags and the Passenger Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag. See the vehicle's Owner's Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.)
Daytime Running Lamps
Door locks, rear child security
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren) for child safety seats
OnStar, 1-year of Directions and Connections plan. Includes Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Remote Horn and Lights, innovative easy to use Turn-by-Turn Navigation with OnStar eNav (where available), Hands Free Calling, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, and Low Mileage Discount (OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery), wireless service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Turn-by-Turn Navigation requires ABS and Directions and Connections plan. Not available in certain areas. Visit onstar.com for coverage map. Vehicle Diagnostics capabilities vary by model. Remote door unlock success varies with conditions. Ability to locate stolen vehicles varies with conditions. Subscription Service Agreement required. Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for OnStar's Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and details and system limitations.)
Safety belts, 3-point, all seating positions includes front seat pretensioners
StabiliTrak, stability control system with brake assist, includes Traction Control
COLOR SWATCHES
(2010 Chevrolet Malibu sedan 4Dr shown)
(some swatches not available)
INTERIOR
EXTERIOR
Ebony Ebony/Brick
Silver Ice Metallic (17U)
Cocoa/Cashmere Ebony/Brick Ebony
Imperial Blue Metallic (37U)
Ebony Ebony/Brick Cocoa/Cashmere
Summit White (50U)
Cocoa/Cashmere Ebony
Gold Mist Metallic (51U)
Ebony Cocoa/Cashmere Ebony/Brick
Black Granite Metallic (58U)
Ebony Cocoa/Cashmere
Red Jewel Tintcoat (80U)
Ebony/Brick Cocoa/Cashmere Ebony
White Diamond Tricoat (98U)
Ebony/Brick Ebony
Taupe Gray Metallic (GGW)
Ebony/Brick Ebony Cocoa/Cashmere
Mocha Steel Metallic (GHA)
DISCLAIMER - Based 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.
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