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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$19,900 - $27,095

Original MSRP:
$18,806 - $25,605

NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
Overall Safety Rating

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  *  Rear Passenger: *  *  *  *  * 

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: *  *  *  * 

The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).
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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Review
The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is a family sedan that comes in 4 trim levels - the Malibu LS, the Malibu LT1, the Malibu LT2, and the Malibu LTZ. The Chevrolet Malibu is a 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan. The LS comes with a customary 2.4-liter, I4, 169-hp engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission. The LTZ is equipped with a customary 3.6-liter, V6, 252-hp engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission. The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu carries a 36,000mi/36 month basic warranty.

The Chevrolet Malibu LTZ comes with all of the following standard features (which may be standard or optional on other trim levels): battery saver, front/rear power outlets, front and rear suspension, stabilizer bar, child safety door locks, multiple protective airbags, ABS brakes, alloy wheels, tire detail, traction control, stability control, compact spare tire, stereo with CD player, steering wheel mounted controls, keyless entry, remote release, remote controls, remote ignition, universal garage door opener, vehicle/radio anti-theft, full power accessories, vehicle anti-lockout, folding and power adjustable exterior mirrors, vehicle speed sensing wipers, tinted glass, illuminated vanity mirrors, air-conditioning, cruise control, trip computer, outside temperature gauge, compass, leather steering wheel, tilt steering column, adjustable foot pedals, driver multi-adjustable power seat, heated seats, leather interior, multiple storage compartments, automatic headlights and fog lights.

Premium upgrades include an engine block heater, CD changer, subwoofer, power sunroof and a sunshade.

The base starting price for the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is $19,345.
Warranty Information
Basic: 3 Years/36,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 14V252000
Mfg's Report Date MAY 14, 2014
Component ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Number of Units Affected 2,440,524
Summary General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured May 16, 2003, through October 11, 2012, 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured June 25, 2003, through April 5, 2007, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6 vehicles manufactured May 26, 2004, through January 4, 2010, and 2007-2010 Saturn Aura vehicles manufactured April 24, 2006, through May 26, 2009. In the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the Body Control Module (BCM) connection may result in voltage fluctuations in the Brake Apply Sensor (BAS) circuit. These fluctuations can cause one or more of these conditions: the brake lights to illuminate without the brake pedal being pushed; the brake lights to not illuminate when the pedal is pushed; difficulty disengaging the cruise control; moving the gear shifter out of the 'PARK' position without pushing the brake; and disablement of crash avoidance features such as traction control, electronic stability control, and panic braking assi...
Consequence Any of the above failure conditions increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will attach the wiring harness to the BCM with a spacer, apply dielectric lubricant to both the BCM and harness connector and the BAS and harness connector, and will relearn the brake pedal home position, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), 1-800-762-2737 (Pontiac), 1-800-553-6000 (Saturn). GM's number for this recall is 13036.
Notes Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Models & Prices

2008 Chevrolet Malibu LS w/1LS
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn LS w/1LS $19,900 $18,806 $307 / Month*

2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT w/1LT
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn LT w/1LT $21,185 $20,020 $327 / Month*

2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT w/2LT
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn LT w/2LT $23,040 $21,773 $355 / Month*

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn Hybrid $23,895 $22,581 $368 / Month*

2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn LTZ $27,095 $25,605 $418 / Month*

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Features and Standard Equipment

EXTERIOR Features
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Door handles, body-color  
Door handles, chrome        
Fascias, front and rear body-color
Fog lamps, front, integral in front fascia        
Glass, acoustic, laminated front-side and windshield
Glass, Solar-Ray light-tinted
Grille, Black with chrome surround  
Grille, Silver with chrome surround        
Headlamps, halogen composite with crystalline-like lenses and automatic exterior lamp control
License plate bezel, chrome, rear
License plate bracket, front        
Mirrors, outside heated power-adjustable and driver-side auto-dimming, body-color, manual-folding        
Mirrors, outside power-adjustable, Black, manual-folding        
Mirrors, outside power-adjustable, body-color, manual-folding    
Moldings, body-color rocker        
Moldings, body-color rocker with bright inserts  
Repeater lamps, side-mounted
Tail lamps, incandescent  
Tail lamps, LED illumination        
Tire, compact spare  
Tires, P215/60R16 touring, blackwall      
Tires, P225/50R17 touring, blackwall      
Tires, P225/50R18 touring, blackwall        
Wheels, 16" (40.6 cm) fascia spoke, painted Sterling Silver        
Wheels, 16" (40.6 cm) flangeless aluminum        
Wheels, 17" (43.2 cm) fascia spoke (Bright chrome trim.)        
Wheels, 17" (43.2 cm) ultra bright aluminum        
Wheels, 18" (45.7 cm) 10-spoke, ultra bright aluminum        
Window trim, bright, side
Wipers, front intermittent, variable, speed-sensitive
INTERIOR Features
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Air conditioning, single-zone automatic climate control      
Air conditioning, single-zone manual    
Cargo net, trunk        
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
Custom Cloth seat trim    
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, carpeted front and rear    
Floor mats, premium carpeted front and rear        
Instrumentation, analog with speedometer, engine temperature, fuel, tachometer and PRNDL    
Instrumentation, unique, includes Charge/Assist gauge, Eco light and Autostop indicator, speedometer, fuel, tachometer and PRNDL        
Instrumentation, uplevel cluster with accent lighting, includes speedometer, engine temperature, fuel, tachometer and PRNDL        
Leather-appointed seating        
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      
Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night    
Pedals, power-adjustable for accelerator and brake        
Power outlets, 2 auxiliary
Remote Keyless Entry, enhanced with remote start enable    
Remote vehicle starter system includes enhanced Remote Keyless Entry      
Seat adjuster, driver 6-way power        
Seat adjuster, driver 8-way power        
Seat adjuster, driver manual 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 Custom Cloth reclining seatbacks and adjustable outboard head restraints    
Seats, front bucket with leather-appointed seating reclining seatbacks and adjustable outboard head restraints        
Seats, front bucket with Sheer Suede reclining seatbacks and adjustable outboard head restraints        
Seats, heated driver and front passenger      
Sheer Suede seat trim        
Shift knob, leather-wrapped      
Steering column, tilt and telescopic
Steering wheel, 3-spoke leather-wrapped with mounted audio and cruise controls      
Steering wheel, 3-spoke with mounted audio and cruise controls      
Steering wheel, 3-spoke with mounted cruise controls        
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      
Visors, driver and front passenger vanity mirrors, covered    
Windows, power with driver Express-Down and rear passenger lockout    
Windows, power with driver Express-Down and Up and rear passenger lockout      
MECHANICAL Features
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Battery, maintenance-free with rundown protection
Engine, 3.6L DOHC V6 SFI (252 hp [187.9 kW] @ 6300 rpm, 251 lb-ft of torque [338.9 N-m] @ 3200 rpm) (Includes (JF4) power-adjustable pedals)        
Engine, ECOTEC 2.4L DOHC, 16-valve, 4-cylinder MFI (169 hp [126.0 kW] @ 6400 rpm, 160 lb-ft of torque [216.0 N-m] @ 4500 rpm)    
Engine, Hybrid ECOTEC 2.4L DOHC, 16-valve, 4-cylinder MFI (164 hp [122.3 kW] @ 6400 rpm, 159 lb-ft of torque [214.7 N-m] @ 5000 rpm)        
Exhaust tip, chrome    
Exhaust tips, chrome, dual        
Front wheel drive
Hybrid Propulsion Electric System, includes 36 volt NiMH battery and tray        
Inflator kit        
Steering, Electric Power Steering (EPS) assist  
Steering, Hydraulic Power Steering (HPS) assist        
Suspension, 4-wheel independent
TAPshift manual shift control, on steering wheel        
Transmission, 4-speed automatic electronically controlled with overdrive    
Transmission, 4-speed automatic, Hybrid electronically controlled with overdrive        
Transmission, 6-speed automatic electronically controlled with overdrive        
SAFETY Features
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
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.)
Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc
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 the innovative easy to use Turn-by-Turn Navigation services which provide voice-guided directions (where available). Also includes Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment, Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance, Emergency Services, Roadside Assistance, Remote Door Unlock, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, Hands- Free Calling, AccidentAssist, Remote Horn and Lights, Information and Convenience Services, and Driving Directions (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. Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance and Remote door Unlock success varies with conditions. OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics available on most 2004 MY and newer GM vehicles. Diagnostic capability varies by model. Turn-by-Turn Navigation requires ABS and is not available in certain areas. Visit onstar.com or call 1-888-466-7827 for system limitations and details.)
Safety belts, 3-point, all seating positions, includes front seat pretensioners
StabiliTrak, stability control system with brake assist includes Traction Control  
Tire Pressure Monitor
Traction control, all-speed        
Trunk emergency release handle
ENTERTAINMENT Features
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Audio system feature, 6-speaker system  
Audio system feature, premium sound system, amplified, 210 watts, 8 speakers including 2 subwoofers        
Audio system, AM/FM stereo with 6-disc in-dash CD changer and MP3 playback seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), automatic volume, TheftLock and auxiliary input jack        
Audio system, AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), automatic volume, TheftLock and auxiliary input jack  
XM Satellite Radio. With a wide variety of programming, XM has something to excite any driver. Whether you want to be entertained or informed, to laugh, think, or sing, XM has the perfect channel for you - coast-to-coast, and in digital-quality sound. 3 trial months - no obligation (Available in the 48 contiguous United States. Required $12.95 monthly subscription sold separately after 3 trial months. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscription subject to customer agreement. For more information, visit gm.xmradio.com.)

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
4-CYLINDER SPRING PACKAGE includes (LE5) ECOTEC 2.4L engine, (MH8) 6-speed automatic transmission, Electric Power Steering (EPS) assist, chrome exhaust tip, (PA2) 17" (43.2 cm) Chrome-Tech bright aluminum wheels and (QGG) P215/50R17 touring, blackwall tires. *DISCOUNT*        
AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURE, PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM, AMPLIFIED, 210 WATTS, 8 SPEAKERS including 2 subwoofers (Included and only available with (PCU) Premium Audio Package.)        
DRIVER CONVENIENCE PACKAGE includes (AG1) driver 6-way power seat adjuster and (JF4) power adjustable pedals        
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER  
FLOOR MATS, CARPETED FRONT AND REAR        
HFV6 ENGINE PACKAGE includes (LY7) 3.6L V6 SFI engine, (NW5) 18" (45.7 cm) 5-spoke, bright machined aluminum wheels, (KB7) TAPshift control paddles, (MH2) 6-speed automatic transmission, dual chrome exhaust tips and (NVH) hydraulic power steering (HPS)        
ILLINOIS COST SURCHARGE
LICENSE PLATE BRACKET, FRONT (Will be forced on orders with ship-to states that require a front license plate.)  
MOLDINGS, BODY-COLOR BODYSIDE  
NEW JERSEY COST SURCHARGE *Required on all vehicles to be registered in New Jersey*
PEDALS, POWER-ADJUSTABLE FOR ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE (Included and only available with (PCM) Driver Convenience Package.)        
PEDALS, POWER-ADJUSTABLE FOR ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE (Included and only available with (PDC) Power Convenience Package.)        
PEDALS, POWER-ADJUSTABLE FOR ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE (Included with (LY7) 3.6L engine. Available with (PDZ) 4-Cylinder Spring Package.)        
POWER CENTER, REAR includes a 110-volt AC adapter with 3-prong outlet        
POWER CENTER, REAR includes a 110-volt AC adapter with 3-prong outlet (Included and only available with (PDD) Rear Power Package.)      
POWER CONVENIENCE PACKAGE includes (AG1) driver 6-way power seat adjuster, (AP3) remote vehicle starter system and (JF4) power adjustable pedals        
PREMIUM AUDIO PACKAGE includes (US9) AM/FM stereo with 6-disc in-dash CD changer and (UQ3) premium 8-speaker audio system        
PREMIUM MAT PACKAGE includes (AP9) trunk cargo net, (B36) trunk mat and (B50) premium carpeted front and rear floor mats      
REAR POWER PACKAGE includes (KV1) rear power center and (DE1) manual backglass shade      
REMOTE VEHICLE STARTER SYSTEM includes enhanced Remote Keyless Entry (Included and only available with (PDC) Power Convenience Package.)        
STEERING, HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING (HPS) ASSIST (Included and only available with (PDQ) HFV6 Engine Package.)        
SUNROOF, POWER, TILT-SLIDING  
TAPSHIFT MANUAL SHIFT CONTROL, ON STEERING WHEEL (Included and only available with (PDQ) HFV6 Engine Package.)        
TRUNK MAT, CARPETED (Included and only available with (PDM) Premium Mat Package.)      
WINDOW SHADE, MANUAL ON THE BACKGLASS (Included and only available with (PDD) Rear Power Package.)      
EMISSIONS Options
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, CALIFORNIA, CONNECTICUT, MASSACHUSETTS, NEW YORK, PENNSYLVANIA OR RHODE ISLAND (for vehicles ordered by dealers in states of California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania or Rhode Island with Federal emissions) (Requires (FE9) Federal emissions requirements. Not available in Maine or Vermont)  
EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, FEDERAL (for vehicles ordered by dealers in Federal emission states with California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island or Vermont emissions; may also be used by dealers in states of California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island or Vermont to order different state-specific emissions) (Requires (YF5) California state emissions requirements or (NE1) Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island or Vermont state emissions requirements.)  
EMISSIONS, CALIFORNIA STATE REQUIREMENTS
EMISSIONS, CONNECTICUT, MAINE, MASSACHUSETTS, NEW YORK, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND AND VERMONT STATE REQUIREMENTS  
EMISSIONS, FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS  
ENGINE Options
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
ENGINE, 3.6L DOHC V6 SFI (252 hp [187.9 kW] @ 6300 rpm, 251 lb-ft of torque [338.9 N-m] @ 3200 rpm) (Included and only available with (PDQ) HFV6 Engine Package.)        
ENGINE, 3.6L DOHC V6 SFI (252 hp [187.9 kW] @ 6300 rpm, 251 lb-ft of torque [338.9 N-m] @ 3200 rpm) (Includes (JF4) power-adjustable pedals) (STD)        
ENGINE, ECOTEC 2.4L DOHC, 16-VALVE, 4-CYLINDER MFI (169 hp [126.0 kW] @ 6400 rpm, 160 lb-ft of torque [216.0 N-m] @ 4500 rpm) (Included and only available with (PDZ) 4-Cylinder Spring Package.)        
ENGINE, ECOTEC 2.4L DOHC, 16-VALVE, 4-CYLINDER MFI (169 hp [126.0 kW] @ 6400 rpm, 160 lb-ft of torque [216.0 N-m] @ 4500 rpm) (STD)    
ENGINE, HYBRID ECOTEC 2.4L DOHC, 16-VALVE, 4-CYLINDER MFI (164 hp [122.3 kW] @ 6400 rpm, 159 lb-ft of torque [214.7 N-m] @ 5000 rpm) (STD)        
PAINT Options
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
AMBER BRONZE METALLIC  
BLACK GRANITE METALLIC
DARK GRAY METALLIC
GOLDEN PEWTER METALLIC  
IMPERIAL BLUE METALLIC
RED JEWEL TINTCOAT      
SANDSTONE METALLIC        
SANDSTONE METALLIC *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability*  
SILVERSTONE METALLIC
WHITE
PAINT SCHEME Options
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
EXTRA COST PAINT
PREMIUM COST PAINT      
SOLID PAINT (STD)
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP Options
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP includes Standard Equipment
RADIO Options
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
AUDIO SYSTEM, AM/FM STEREO WITH 6-DISC IN-DASH CD CHANGER AND MP3 PLAYBACK seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), automatic volume, TheftLock and auxiliary input jack (Included and only available with (PCU) Premium Audio Package.)        
AUDIO SYSTEM, AM/FM STEREO WITH 6-DISC IN-DASH CD CHANGER AND MP3 PLAYBACK seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), automatic volume, TheftLock and auxiliary input jack (STD)        
AUDIO SYSTEM, AM/FM STEREO WITH CD PLAYER AND MP3 PLAYBACK seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), automatic volume, TheftLock and auxiliary input jack (STD)  
SEAT TRIM Options
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
COCOA/CASHMERE, CUSTOM CLOTH SEAT TRIM    
COCOA/CASHMERE, LEATHER-APPOINTED SEATING        
COCOA/CASHMERE, SHEER SUEDE SEAT TRIM        
EBONY, CUSTOM CLOTH SEAT TRIM        
EBONY, SHEER SUEDE SEAT TRIM        
EBONY/BRICK, LEATHER-APPOINTED SEATING        
TITANIUM, CUSTOM CLOTH SEAT TRIM    
TITANIUM, SHEER SUEDE SEAT TRIM        
SEAT TYPE Options
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
SEATS, FRONT BUCKET WITH CUSTOM CLOTH reclining seatbacks and adjustable outboard head restraints (STD)    
SEATS, FRONT BUCKET WITH LEATHER-APPOINTED SEATING reclining seatbacks and adjustable outboard head restraints (STD)        
SEATS, FRONT BUCKET WITH SHEER SUEDE reclining seatbacks and adjustable outboard head restraints (STD)        
TIRES Options
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
TIRES, P215/50R17 TOURING, BLACKWALL (Included and only available with (PDZ) 4-Cylinder Spring Package.)        
TIRES, P225/50R17 TOURING, BLACKWALL (STD)        
TIRES, P225/50R18 TOURING, BLACKWALL (Included and only available with (PDQ) HFV6 Engine Package.)        
TIRES, P225/50R18 TOURING, BLACKWALL (STD)        
TRANSMISSION Options
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
TRANSMISSION, 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC electronically controlled with overdrive (STD)    
TRANSMISSION, 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC, HYBRID electronically controlled with overdrive (STD)        
TRANSMISSION, 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC electronically controlled with overdrive (Included and only available with (PDQ) HFV6 Engine Package.)        
TRANSMISSION, 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC electronically controlled with overdrive (Included and only available with (PDZ) 4-Cylinder Spring Package.)        
TRANSMISSION, 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC electronically controlled with overdrive (STD)        
WHEELS Options
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
WHEELS, 17" (43.2 CM) CHROME-TECH BRIGHT ALUMINUM (Included and only available with (PDZ) 4-Cylinder Spring Package.)        
WHEELS, 17" (43.2 CM) ULTRA BRIGHT ALUMINUM (STD)        
WHEELS, 18" (45.7 CM) 10-SPOKE, ULTRA BRIGHT ALUMINUM (STD)        
WHEELS, 18" (45.7 CM) 5-SPOKE, BRIGHT MACHINED ALUMINUM (Included and only available with (PDQ) HFV6 Engine Package.)        

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Technical Specifications

Brakes
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.65 x - TBD - 11.65 x - TBD - 11.65 x - TBD - - TBD - 11.65 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 10.87 x - TBD - 10.87 x - TBD - 10.87 x - TBD - - TBD - 10.87 x - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Trunk Volume (ft) 15.1 15.1 15.1 15.1 15.1
Engine
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Displacement 2.4L/146 2.4L/146 2.4L/146 2.4L/146 2.4L/146
Engine Type Gas 4-Cyl Gas 4-Cyl Gas 4-Cyl Gas/Electric 4-Cyl Gas 4-Cyl
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 169 @ 6400 169 @ 6400 169 @ 6400 164 @ 6400 169 @ 6400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 160 @ 4500 160 @ 4500 160 @ 4500 159 @ 5000 160 @ 4500
Exterior Dimensions
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Height, Overall (in) 57.1 57.1 57.1 57.1 57.1
Length, Overall (in) 191.8 191.8 191.8 191.8 191.8
Min Ground Clearance (in) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Wheelbase (in) 112.3 112.3 112.3 112.3 112.3
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 70.3 70.3 70.3 70.3 70.3
Fuel Tank
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 16 16 16 16 16
Steering
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 2.7 2.7 2.7 - TBD - 2.7
Steering Type Electric Pwr Electric Pwr Electric Pwr Electric Pwr Electric Pwr
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 40.4 40.4 40.4 - TBD - 40.4
Suspension
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Suspension Type - Front MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear 4-Link Independent 4-Link Independent 4-Link Independent 4-Link Independent 4-Link Independent
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Tires
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Front Tire Size P215/60R16 P225/50R17 P225/50R17 P215/60R16 P215/50R17
Rear Tire Size P215/60R16 P225/50R17 P225/50R17 P215/60R16 P215/50R17
Transmission
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD
Trans Type 4 4 4 4 6
Vehicle
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Front Head Room (in) 39.4 39.4 39.4 39.4 39.4
Front Leg Room (in) 42.2 42.2 42.2 42.2 42.2
Front Shoulder Room (in) 55.9 55.9 55.9 55.9 55.9
Passenger Capacity 5 5 5 5 5
Passenger Volume (ft) 97.7 97.7 97.7 - TBD - 97.7
Second Head Room (in) 37.2 37.2 37.2 37.2 37.2
Second Leg Room (in) 37.6 37.6 37.6 37.6 37.6
Second Shoulder Room (in) 53.9 53.9 53.9 53.9 53.9
Weight Information
LS w/1LS LT w/1LT LT w/2LT Hybrid LTZ
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 3415 3436 3436 - TBD - 3649

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Safety Features

Safety Features
Traction control, all-speed
Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc
Daytime Running Lamps
Tire Pressure Monitor
OnStar, 1-year of Directions and Connections plan. Includes the innovative easy to use Turn-by-Turn Navigation services which provide voice-guided directions (where available). Also includes Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment, Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance, Emergency Services, Roadside Assistance, Remote Door Unlock, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, Hands- Free Calling, AccidentAssist, Remote Horn and Lights, Information and Convenience Services, and Driving Directions (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. Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance and Remote door Unlock success varies with conditions. OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics available on most 2004 MY and newer GM vehicles. Diagnostic capability varies by model. Turn-by-Turn Navigation requires ABS and is not available in certain areas. Visit onstar.com or call 1-888-466-7827 for system limitations and details.)
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.)
Safety belts, 3-point, all seating positions, includes front seat pretensioners
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren), for child safety seats
Door locks, rear child security
Trunk emergency release handle
StabiliTrak, stability control system with brake assist includes Traction Control
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  *  Rear Passenger: *  *  *  *  * 

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: *  *  *  * 

The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).