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2009 Chevrolet Malibu Review: Model Lineup

Below is a full, detailed review and road test of the 2009 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 ...     read more
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2009 Chevrolet Malibu Review

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The 2009 Chevrolet Malibu range includes the LS ($21,605), 1LT ($22,505) 2LT ($24,705), and LTZ ($26,880), plus the Hybrid ($25,555).

The Malibu LS comes with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and four-speed automatic transmission. The base model also comes with electric power steering, to save drag on the engine, while the V6-powered models come with hydraulic power steering. Standard features in the LS include air conditioning, cloth upholstery, power height-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar adjustment, cruise control, 60/40 split-folding rear seat, power windows, power mirrors, power locks, remote keyless entry, tilt/telescoping steering wheel, AM/FM/CD stereo with XM satellite radio and auxiliary input jack, outside temperature display, automatic headlights, one year of OnStar assistance with Turn-by-Turn navigation, and P215/55R17 tires on steel wheels with hub caps.

The 1LT model adds steering wheel audio controls and floor mats, while the 2LT gets the new six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, faux suede upholstery, heated front seats, six-way power adjustable driver's seat, universal garage door opener, auto-dimming rearview mirror, compass, Bluetooth connectivity and alloy wheels.

The LTZ adds automatic climate control, leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather upholstery, eight-way power driver's seat, six-way power passenger seat, heated power mirrors, auto-dimming driver's side exterior mirror, iPod adapter, eight-speaker 210-watt stereo system, remote engine starting, fog lights, clear-lens LED taillamps and P225/50R18 tires on alloy wheels.

The Hybrid comes in an 1LT-level of trim with special 16-inch low-rolling-resistance tires, plus automatic climate control and alloy wheels.

Options over and above the LTZ equipment include a power sunroof ($800), a dual-screen DVD rear entertainment system ($1740), a power rear sunshade with manual side sunshades ($250), and a 110-volt power outlet ($150).

The safety package is comprehensive, with front, side and curtain side airbags, tire-pressure monitoring, ABS with brake assist, traction control, and StabiliTrak electronic stability control. Next Page


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