2021 CHEVROLET MALIBU MODEL REVIEW - SANFORD, FL

What's New For the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu?

A midsize sedan with generous interior space, the 2021 Chevy Malibu has an updated infotainment system and more responsive mechanical hardware. The myChevrolet mobile application provides better connectivity than before.

What Are the Chevrolet Malibu Trims & Features?

Kicking off the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu lineup, the L trim includes the Electronic Grade Braking for a smooth downhill drive. This entry-level edition has a manual parking brake and the MacPherson struts in the front suspension. Inside the large cabin, the base model comes with a six-speaker sound system and the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System. You will find the Android Auto and Apple CarPlay applications on the 8-inch touch screen. The LS model is available with the Convenience I and Convenience II packages for extra utility.

A buckle-to-drive function is a standard safety feature inside this mid-level trim. You may also add the Driver Confidence I or Driver Confidence II packages for enhanced driving assistance. Additionally, the LS comes with the Teen Driver technology and vanity mirrors in the first row. The 2021 Malibu RS boasts dual-exhaust outlets, a rear spoiler, and 18-inch aluminum wheels. This sporty model includes a front grille with a chrome surround for more prominent styling. A leather-wrapped steering wheel and an 8-inch HD touch screen are some significant highlights inside the cockpit. Some noteworthy features on the LT include heated front seats and heated outside mirrors. The high-end Premier edition comes with bright sill plates, chrome door handles, and the Bose sound system.

How Much Power Does the Malibu Have?

Generating up to 160 horsepower, a 1.5-liter engine block propels the 2021 Chevy Malibu. Variable Valve Timing enhances this entry-level powertrain that's rated at 180 pound-feet of torque. A turbocharger boosts this I-4 powerplant that includes direct injection. Whipping out 250 hp, a 2.0-L turbo engine is available for this midsize sedan. At tachometer markings between 2,000 and 5,000 RPM, the turbo powertrain yields 260 lb-ft of torque. A continuously variable transmission optimizes gas mileage under various driving circumstances. A nine-speed automatic transmission with an electronically controlled design comes standard on the Premier trim. Fitted with the DuraLife brake rotors, the vehicle comes to a uniform stop on wet roads.

Chevy Malibu Safety at the Forefront

This midsize Chevy sedan offers the Forward Collision Alert, Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking, and other driving aids to prevent accidents. Most of the crash-prevention technologies on the lineup come from the Driver Confidence II Package.

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