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2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review: Summary & Specs

Below is a full, detailed review and road test of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu written by either the experts at New Car Test Drive or by one of Automotive.com's very own. A full evaluation of the driving experience, price, equipment, and specs are here in a structured, easy-to-navigate format from journalists ...     more
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2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review

Driving personality in a midsize sedan or Maxx.

2006 Malibu Review Summary & Specifications

The Chevrolet Malibu has a solid driving personality, a nice ride, a quiet, and a comfortable cabin. The Malibu Maxx is an attractive alternative with its liftgate, adjustable rear seating and some of the versatility of a small SUV, all in a package no larger than a mid-size sedan. And the new, more powerful V6 in the SS is a welcome addition.

NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Tom Lankard filed this report from Northern California.

2006 Chevrolet Malibu Specs
Vehicle CategoryMidsize Cars
EditorTom Lankard
Model LineupChevrolet Malibu LS ($17,365); LT ($18,725); LTZ ($24,205); SS ($23,865): Maxx LT ($21,025); Maxx LTZ ($24,755); Maxx SS ($24,065)
Engines (standard)3.9-liter ohv 12-valve V6
Engines (optional)144-hp 2.2-liter dohc 16v inline-4; 201-hp 3.5-liter ohv 12v V6; 240-hp 3.9-liter ohv 12v V6
Transmissions (standard)4-speed automatic with sport-shift
Transmissions (optional)4-speed automatic; 4-speed automatic with sport-shift
Safety Equipment (standard)dual-stage frontal airbags; LATCH universal child seats anchors; seatbelt pretensioners
Safety Equipment (optional)ABS with traction control; front seat-mounted side-impact airbags, front and rear side curtain airbags
Basic Warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled InKansas City, Kansas
Manufacturer Phone800-950-2438
Manufacturer URLwww.chevrolet.com
Base Price MSRP17365


2006 Chevrolet Malibu Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPChevrolet Malibu Maxx SS ($24,065)
Standard Equipmentautomatic climate control; leather seats; heated front seats; 6-way power driver's seat with manual lumbar adjustment; leather-wrapped shift knob and steering wheel with steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls; front and rear reading lights; remote vehicle start and keyless entry; two illuminated vanity mirrors in front; fog lamps; manually foldable, power and heated outside rearview mirrors; power windows, door locks and outside mirrors; cruise control; tilt/telescoping steering column; power adjustable pedals; six-speaker stereo with RDS; rear-seat audio controls with two wireless headphones; front and rear seat carpeted floor mats; cargo net
Destination Charge625
Options as Tested (MSRP)XM Satellite Radio with three-month trial subscription ($325)
Gas Guzzler Tax
Price as Tested25015
Layoutfront-wheel drive
Horse Power240 @ 6000
Torque241 @ 2800
Fuel Economy18/26
Wheelbase112.3
Length/Width/Height187.8/69.9/58.1
Track Front/Rear
Turning Radius41.4
Seating Capacity5
Front Head/Hip/Leg room39.4/53.5/41.9
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room39.4/52.4/41.0
Trunk Volume41.0
Payload
Towing Capacitynot recommended
Front Suspensionindependent, MacPherson coil-over-strut (gas pressurized), anti-roll bar
Rear Suspensionindependent, 4-link, coil springs, twin-tube shock, anti-roll bar
Ground Clearance6.1
Curb Weight3620
Stock TiresP225/50R18 all-season
Brakes Front/Rearvented disc/disc w ABS
Fuel Capacity16.3
Community Comments
mrmike08  (07/01/08 10:13 AM)

I have a 2006 chey malibu witch i bought in april 2008.
this is my frist american car in 15 years.this car handels
great good gas milage.runs great if this car lasts 6 years i will happy.workmanship has inproved alot with american cars in the last few years.so far so good.
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