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Curb Weight | 3436 lbs. | ||
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EPA Passenger | 97.7 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.4 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 42.2 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 191.8 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 55.9 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 1000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 15.1 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 40.4 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 112.3 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 70.3 inches |
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
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Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors |
City | 22 mpg | ||
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Highway | 33 mpg | ||
Combined | 26 mpg |
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
6 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular |
Horsepower | 169 @ 6400 RPM | ||
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Torque | 160 @ 5000 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter |
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 5 years / 100000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 6 years / 100000 miles |
The 2009 Chevrolet Malibu’s bold, attractive sheetmetal and stylish interior touches are backed by confident handling, a quiet ride and an overall level of refinement competitive with the category’s best. Unlike some competitors, the fuel-efficient four-cylinder engine is available on all Malibu trims, not just the entry-level model.
The 2009 Chevrolet Malibu hasn’t been around long enough to challenge the impressive resale values of the Honda Accord or Toyota Camry. Certain high-end features available on competitors, like DVD navigation and keyless start and entry, are not offered on the Malibu.
![]() Used 2009 Chevrolet Malibu LT Sedan 4D | ![]() Used 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | ![]() Used 2012 Chrysler 200 | ![]() Used 2009 BMW 3 Series | ||
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| Price | $3,525 | $4,075 | $2,950 | $4,150 | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 3.7 | 2.8 | N/A | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.5 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 22/Hwy 33/Comb 26 MPG | City 23/Hwy 29/Comb 25 MPG | City 19/Hwy 29/Comb 22 MPG | City 17/Hwy 25/Comb 20 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Flexible Fuel | Gas | |
| Safety Rating | N/A | 4.0 | 4.0 | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 169 @ 6400 RPM | 115 @ 5200 RPM | 283 @ 6400 RPM | 230 @ 6500 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | V6, Flex Fuel, 3.6 Liter | 6-Cyl, 3.0 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | AWD |