2013 Chevrolet Malibu



Aggressively sophisticated
Malibu has been designed with a wider track than before and an aggressive stance, giving it a new presence on the road ahead and a lasting impression behind. Its refined ride and handling responds to the driver’s every instinct with a seamless intuition, the result of extensive tuning and calibration on freeways, test tracks and rural roads around the world. The all-new 2013 Malibu is the midsize sedan to set a new standard for premium style and assertive performance.



Efficiency in motion
More than ever there’s a critical need for greater efficiency. And you can be confident the 2013 Malibu Eco optimizes every drop of fuel with its 2.4L Ecotec direct injection Variable Valve Timing, 4-cylinder engine. And, for the first time on a Chevrolet, eAssist technology. eAssist a state-of-the-art system that uses power stored in the advanced 115V lithium-ion battery along with a 14kW motor-generator to provide an electrical boost in various driving scenarios, which allows for increased fuel economy³.

Practical elegance
The all-new 2013 Malibu not only performs above its class, its intricate and worldly design introduces a new level of style among midsize sedans. Taking design cues from the Chevrolet Camaro and Corvette, the 2013 Malibu boasts an assured and strong stance with dynamic lines that both please your senses and improve efficiency.



Quiet confidence
Malibu will not only surprise you, it will surprise owners of the world’s finest midsize sedans — and rightfully so. You’ll hear it in the interior designed with acoustic laminated glass and triple door seals to help keep outside noise outside. This with the delicate craftsmanship of its interior creates an intimate atmosphere that is authentically Malibu. And Chevrolet.

Driving Dynamics
All 2013 Malibu models have been engineered to deliver ride and handling capabilities that are best-in-class and on par with more expensive sports sedans. These include:

• A solid body structure that’s 20-percent stiffer than previous GM models and built on the global midsize architecture. This allows for precise tuning and dynamic vehicle control.
• ZF Steering Systems premium electric steering gear that ensures smooth, precise responsiveness and on-center feel.
• Proven and continuously refined MacPherson strut front and mutli-link rear suspensions with aluminum components and hollow stabilizer bar to reduce unsrpung weight.
• Large, 11.7-inch (297 mm) ventilated front disc and 11.5-inch (292 mm) solid rear disc brakes, clamped on by front and rear aluminum calipers, which are expected to deliver best-in-class stopping distance.
• An isolated engine cradle for tuned, refined feedback, without noise or vibration.
• Fuel-saving electric power rack-and-pinion variable-effort power steering, resulting in effortless low-speed maneuvers and precise steering feel at higher speeds.
• Chassis control technologies include four-channel anti-lock brakes, full-function traction control, four-corner electronic stability control, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist system, corner brake control, panic brake assist and drag torque control.

• StabiliTrak stability control system with full-function traction control.
• Four-disc brakes with ABS.
• Forward collision alert (late availability).
• Lane departure warning (late availability).
• Eight standard air bags – including knee air bags and full-length side curtain air bags – and available rear thorax/pelvis air bags
• Pedal release system.
• Malibu Eco also comes standard with OnStar (with six-month Directions & Connections plan), with Automatic Crash Response – a feature that automatically triggers a response from an OnStar advisor in the event of a crash.