2009 Chevrolet Malibu - Review
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Editor's note: this vehicle was cancelled by GM before retail sales began.
With all the discussions and internet talk surrounding the electric and hybrid vehicles that are still years away from production, what about cars that are available right now? Sure there is the Toyota Prius and Honda Insight, not to forget the Ford Fusion and a few others, but what about the 2009 Chevy Malibu Hybrid.
The 2009 Malibu Hybrid is often overlooked in terms of hybrid cars because it is a mild hybrid, meaning incapable of moving under electric power only and only achieving slightly better fuel economy than its gasoline counterpart. However, it is still a solid car is aggressively price.
Staring at only $24,700, the Malibu Hybrid offers a nice package for a small premium over the standard Malibu. The Malibu Hybrid is powered by a 2.4 liter 164 hp gasoline engine. The engine is mated to an electric motor that is powered by a nickel metal hydride battery pack located in the trunk area. The gasoline...
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| 4dr Sedan (5) | MSRP | Invoice | MPG City | MPG Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan LS w/1LS Specs | $21,605 | $20,416 | 22 | 30 |
| 4dr Sedan LT w/1LT Specs | $22,505 | $21,267 | 22 | 30 |
| 4dr Sedan LT w/2LT Specs | $24,705 | $23,346 | 22 | 33 |
| 4dr Sedan Hybrid Specs | $25,555 | $24,149 | 26 | 34 |
| 4dr Sedan LTZ Specs | $26,880 | $25,401 | 22 | 33 |
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