2016 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ (2LZ)
Chevrolet Malibu Details
L4, 2.0L; VVT; Turbo
Champagne Silver Metallic
FWD
Gasoline
87,863 Miles
Jet Black
3P884A
1G1ZH5SX3GF240439
LTZ (2LZ)
Features & Options
- Coolant Temperature Warning Warnings And Reminders
- Low Oil Pressure Warnings And Reminders
- Lamp Failure Warnings And Reminders
- 8 In. Infotainment Screen Size
- Android Auto Smartphone Integration
- Apple CarPlay Smartphone Integration
- Height Driver Seat Power Adjustments
- Front Wireless Charging Station
- Aluminum Alloy Wheels
- MyLink Infotainment
- Driving Performance Connected In-car Apps
- Roadside Assistance Driver Assistance App
- TuneIn Internet Radio App
- Stitcher Internet Radio App
- Gracenote Internet Radio App
- Pandora Internet Radio App
- Hotspot Wi-Fi
- Voice Guided Directions Satellite Communications
- Voice Operated Electronic Messaging Assistance
- With Read Function Electronic Messaging Assistance
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Touch Screen Display Radio
- Bluetooth Auxiliary Audio Input
- Voice Operated Radio
- In Dash Rearview Monitor
- Trunk Release Multi-function Remote
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio
- Rear Crumple Zones
- Front Crumple Zones
- Programmable Safety Key
- Inflator Kit Spare Tire Kit
- Tire Sealant Spare Tire Kit
- Trip Odometer
- Auto On/off Headlights
- Accessory Hook Storage
- 3-point Front Seatbelts
- 3-point Rear Seatbelts
- Rear Cupholders
- Proximity Entry System Multi-function Remote
- Door Pockets Storage
- Acoustic Windshield Laminated Glass
- Ambient Lighting
- Front Seatback Storage
- In Dash Storage
- Phone Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
- Cruise Control Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
- Range Fuel Economy Display
- MPG Fuel Economy Display
- USB Auxiliary Audio Input
- Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
- Auto-dimming Rearview Mirror
- Perforated Upholstery Accents
- Front Console With Armrest And Storage Center Console
- Maintenance-free Battery
- Body-color Rear Bumper Color
- Auto-locking Power Door Locks
- Remote Engine Start
- Reclining Driver Seat Power Adjustments
- Stainless Steel Exhaust Tip Color
- Reclining Passenger Seat Power Adjustments
- Air Filtration
- Chrome Surround Grille Color
- Carpet Floor Material
- Heated Side Mirrors
- Lumbar Passenger Seat Power Adjustments
- Lumbar Driver Seat Power Adjustments
- Front Floor Mats
- Passenger Side Assist Handle
- Manual Folding Side Mirror Adjustments
- Gas Front Shock Type
- Gas Rear Shock Type
- Adjustable Front Headrests
- 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
- Rear Reading Lights
- Front Seatbelt Warning Sensor
- Power Side Mirror Adjustments
- Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
- Push-button Start
- Voice Operated Navigation System
- Multi-function Display
- Rear Floor Mats
- Battery Saver
- Solar-tinted Glass
- Rearview Camera System
- Ventilated Passenger Seat
- External Temperature Display
- Speed Sensitive Volume Control
- LED Taillights
- Rear Center With Cupholders Armrests
- Power Brakes
- Emergency Interior Trunk Release
- Digital Odometer
- Touch Screen Display Navigation System
- Leather-trimmed Upholstery
- Integrated Turn Signals Side Mirrors
- Hill Holder Control
- Side Mirrors Memorized Settings
- Body-color Mirror Color
- Driver Seat Memorized Settings
- Dual Tip Exhaust
- Low Fuel Level Warnings And Reminders
- Adjustable Rear Headrests
- Audio Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
- Chrome Door Handle Color
- Front Overhead Console
- Door Courtesy Lights
- Body-color Front Bumper Color
- Lockout Button Power Windows
- Radio Data System
- 4-wheel ABS
- Compass
- Panic Alarm Multi-function Remote
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- LATCH System Child Seat Anchors
- Child Safety Door Locks
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Power Windows
- Power Steering
- Cruise Control
- Cargo Area Light
- Alarm Anti-theft System
- Tachometer Gauge
- Rear Window Defogger
- Cargo Area Floor Mat
- Traction Control
- Stability Control
- Front Side Curtain Airbags
- Braking Assist
- Dual Front Airbags
- Silver Window Trim
- Clock
- 60-40 Split Bench Rear Seat Type
- AM/FM Radio
- Leather Steering Wheel Trim
- Lower Control Arms Front Suspension Type
- 9 Total Speakers
- Ventilated Disc Front Brake Type
- Bucket Front Seat Type
- Front Reading Lights
- 6 Passenger Seat Power Adjustments
- Rear Center Folding With Storage Armrests
- Second Row Rear Vents
- 2 Front Headrests
- Split Rear Seat Folding
- Voice Operated Hands-free Phone Call Integration
- Intermittent Front Wipers
- Heated Steering Wheel
- 1 Subwoofer
- MP3 Playback In-Dash CD
- Bluetooth Wireless Data Link
- Coil Front Spring Type
- 4 One-touch Windows
- Single Disc In-Dash CD
- 2 Rear Headrests
- Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
- Rear Stabilizer Bar
- OnStar Satellite Communications
- Front Stabilizer Bar
- Leather Shift Knob Trim
- 8 Driver Seat Power Adjustments
- Coil Rear Spring Type
- Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
- Heated Driver Seat
- Dual Front Knee Airbags
- Mast Antenna Type
- Diversity Antenna Type
- Rear Side Airbags
- Halogen Headlights
- Rear Side Curtain Airbags
- Heated Passenger Seat
- Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
- Multi-link Rear Suspension Type
- Tilt And Telescopic Steering Wheel
- Front Side Airbags
- Ventilated Driver Seat
- 2 Driver Memorized Settings
- MacPherson Front Struts
- Independent Rear Suspension Classification
- Carpet Floor Mat Material
- Bose Premium Brand
- Front Cupholders
- Independent Front Suspension Classification
- Disc Rear Brake Type
- Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
- Driver Confidence Package
- Driver Confidence Package II
- Dual Skyscape Sunroof
- Federal Emissions Requirements
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2016 Chevrolet Malibu Review
My first car was a 1978 Chevy Malibu Classic; a rear-drive, V8 sedan with an 8-track tape player and a headliner held up by push pins. But in car years, that was 5 generations ago. So this week I've got the all-new 2016 Malibu; a midsize looking to make inroads with the segment leaders.Apparently, size does matter when it comes to family cars. GM learned that lesson the hard way with the previous Malibu where cramped rear seats kept customers away. Obviously, that shortcoming has been addressed here with a longer wheelbase that affords an extra inch + of legroom while the big trunk remains virtually unchanged. Other notable upgrades include a significant drop in weight, a new 8-speed automatic transmission contributing to a 2mpg bump in fuel economy and a bevy of new safety tech and top-notch connectivity.
By-in-large, my week with this range-topping Malibu has not lived up to the hype GM trumpeted when it was revealed at last year’s NY Auto Show. My initial impression of this new front grille has not changed since then. To me, it sullies an otherwise attractive design borrowed heavily from the larger Impala. And in 2016, no car that wears a Premier badge should ever use halogen headlamps. Optioned up to $34,285, this Malibu runs standard with the high-output 2.0-liter turbo-4 as does the 2LT trim just below it. The 3 lesser trims - the L, LS and 1LT - are powered by the new 1.5-liter turbo and these are the Malibu models to shop if 30mpg is of importance. Those who want V6-level performance will turn here to this 250-horsepower motor instead which is impressively refined and robust with a quick acting 258 pound-feet of torque. Regular gas is OK but premium is recommended, rated at 26mpg in combined driving which is exactly where I’ve finished.
The Malibu's interior is a mix of hits and misses. Per usual GM, the technology is fantastic with Chevy MyLink full of all kinds of useful, easy to use features including OnStar, Apple CarPlay and teen driver settings. But the touch points have a less than credible rental car feel, the colors are drab and the rear seat bottoms are short.
Here’s where the Malibu shines. They’re crushing the technology angle. The new Teen Driver feature is the first in the industry with a built-in component that lets parents view on a display how their teenager drove the vehicle. To the delight of occupants, there are 2 USB ports in the front and 2 more in the rear plus a standard outlet. MyLink, OnStar and CarPlay are a beautiful trifecta of ultra-helpful, intuitive connectivity features, and the driver information display brings much of that intelligence to the gauge cluster with easy configuration. And who doesn’t love the 4G Wi-Fi hotspot? Combined with welcome touches such as remote start, auto highbeams, adaptive cruise control with automatic braking and the full pantry of camera systems such as pedestrian alert with automatic last-second braking, forward collision alert with automatic braking, lane keep assist and a parallel and perpendicular parking assistant the Malibu will wow you with its up-to-date, forward thinking IT.
The 2.0 liter turbo won't have you longing for the old V6...its fittingly strong and reactive whenever you need more power. The 8-speed is mostly smooth though going from reverse to drive often causes some abruptness. And there's a lot of Buick in its ride...quiet and smooth. But the handling is clumsy even for this segment and at the end of the day it's hard to imagine going Malibu over Accord.
And that’s the crux of the Malibu’s lot in life; it’s improved in some key areas and goes all-in on safety tech yet lacks the premium polish and honed drivability to knockout the segment’s heavy hitters. Also offered as a 46mpg full hybrid, the 2016 Malibu starts at $22,500.