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1997 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn

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Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn
Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$15,470
Base Invoice:
$14,155
Destination:
$525
Engine/Fuel:
3.1L/191 Gas V6
Transmission:
4 Speed Automatic w/OD,
Door/Body Style:
4 Door Sedan
Drive Type:
Front Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
- TBD -/- TBD -

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Midsize
Engine
Engine Order Code : L82
Engine Type : Gas V6
Displacement : 3.1L/191
Fuel System : SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 155 @ 5200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 185 @ 4000
Transmission
Drivetrain : Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code : MX0
Trans Type : 4
Trans Description Cont. : Automatic w/OD,
Trans Description Cont. Again : Electronic
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.96
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.63
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.00
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 0.68
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 2.13
Clutch Size (in) :
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.05
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) :
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 29
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : 600
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 103
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 13.2
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 3051
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 1000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 100
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear : MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : 32
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : 32
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 0.94
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : 0.60
Brakes
Brake Type : Power
Brake ABS System : 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) :
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.8 x 1.0
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) :
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : 8.8 x 1.8
Tires
Front Tire Order Code :
Rear Tire Order Code :
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : P215/60R15
Rear Tire Size : P215/60R15
Spare Tire Size : T125/70D14
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 6
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 6
Spare Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 4
Front Wheel Material : Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material : Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material : Steel
Steering
Steering Type : Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 16.4
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 2.9
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 36.3
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : - TBD -
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 15.2
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 107.0
Length, Overall (in) : 190.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 69.4
Height, Overall (in) : 56.4
Tread Width, Front (in) : 59.0
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 59.3
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 5.7
Liftover Height (in) : 28.5
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³) : 16.4
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 5
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 98.9
Front Head Room (in) : 39.4
Front Leg Room (in) : 41.9
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 55.7
Front Hip Room (in) : 52.1
Second Head Room (in) : 37.6
Second Leg Room (in) : 38.0
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 55.3
Second Hip Room (in) : 52.0
Summary
Vehicle Name : Malibu
Body Style : 4 Door Sedan

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 20/hwy 29 (3.1L engine/4-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR
Base coat/clear coat paint
Front/rear body-color fascias
Body-color body-side moldings
Argent color grille
Headlamps w/reflector optics & flash-to-pass feature
Daytime running lights w/auto light control
Dual body-color breakaway mirrors (LH remote/RH manual)
Tinted glass
Intermittent windshield wipers
Front license plate mounting provision
Body-color door handles
Underhood blanket insulation
INTERIOR
Cloth reclining bucket seats w/adjustable head restraints
Scotchgard fabric protector-inc: seats, door trim, floor covering
Covered center console w/integral armrest
Tilt-wheel steering
Analog gauge pkg-inc: tachometer, coolant, trip odometer, fuel, speedometer
Warning lamps-inc: low coolant, low fuel, low washer fluid, door ajar
Electric trunk release
PASS-Lock II theft deterrent system
Air conditioning
Rear seat heat ducts
ETR AM/FM stereo-inc: seek-scan, digital clock, dual front coaxial/dual rear extended range speakers
Storage bin-inc: retractable cupholder, lighter, ashtray
Auxiliary pwr outlet
Front door map pockets
Dual visor mirrors w/map straps
Delayed entry/exit lighting w/theatre dimming
Under dash dome light
Trunk dome light
Full trunk trim
MECHANICAL
2.4L (146) Twin Cam SFI 16-valve 4-cyl engine
4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/OD
Brake/transmission shift interlock
3.42 axle ratio
Front wheel drive
Battery rundown protection
4-wheel independent suspension system
P215/60R15 all-season SBR BSW tires
15" steel wheels w/full bolt-on wheel covers
Pwr steering
Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes
4-wheel anti-lock brake system
15.2 gallon fuel tank
Stainless steel aluminized exhaust system
SAFETY FEATURES
4-wheel anti-lock brake system
Driver & front passenger air bags
Seat belts w/front adjustable guide loops
Rear child seat comfort guides
Child security rear door locks
5-MPH bumpers
Daytime running lights

Options

NO OPTION KIND
CALIFORNIA/NEW YORK/MASSACHUSETTS EMISSION OVERRIDE *must be ordered for units shipped to dealers in the states of California, New York or Massachusetts w/Federal Emissions* (REQ: FE9 Emissions) STANDARAD
FEDERAL EMISSION OVERRIDE *must be ordered for units shipped to dealers in Federal areas w/California, New York or Massachusetts Emissions* (REQ: YF5 or NG1 Emissions) STANDARAD
MULTIPLE ORDER ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STANDARAD
PRELIMINARY INVOICE STANDARAD
FRONT/REAR COLOR-KEYED CARPETED FLOOR MATS $30
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER $20
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group) $135
FRONT/REAR MUD GUARDS (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group) $50
6-WAY PWR DRIVER SEAT ADJUSTER (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group) $305
ETR AM/FM STEREO W/CASSETTE, AUTO TONE CONTROL -inc: seek-scan, digital clock, theft lock, speed compensated volume $220
ETR AM/FM STEREO W/COMPACT DISC, AUTO TONE CONTROL -inc: seek-scan, digital clock, theft lock, speed compensated volume $320
ETR AM/FM STEREO W/CASSETTE, COMPACT DISC, AUTO TONE CONTROL -inc: seek-scan, digital clock, theft lock, speed compensated volume $420
SPEED CONTROL (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group) $225
15" ALUMINUM WHEELS (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group) $295
Emission System
FEDERAL EMISSION EQUIPMENT STANDARAD
NEW YORK/MASSACHUSETTS EMISSION EQUIPMENT $170
CALIFORNIA EMISSION EQUIPMENT $170
Engine
2.4L (146) TWIN CAM SFI 16-VALVE 4-CYL ENGINE (STD) STANDARAD
3.1L (191) SFI V6 3100 ENGINE $395
Transmission
4-SPEED ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) STANDARAD
Tires
P215/60R15 ALL-SEASON SBR BSW TIRES (STD) STANDARAD
PEG
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP -inc: base vehicle STANDARAD
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 1 -inc: pwr door locks, pwr windows, dual elect mirrors *NET* $676
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 2 -inc: pwr door locks, pwr windows, dual elect mirrors, dual mirror-mounted reading lamps, remote keyless entry, elect speed control w/resume speed *NET* $1,059
Seat Type
BUCKET SEATS (STD) STANDARAD
Seat Trim
CLOTH SEAT TRIM (STD) *Available w/Light Gray or Medium Neutral interior trim* STANDARAD
CLOTH SEAT TRIM *Available w/Medium Gray interior trim* STANDARAD
CUSTOM CLOTH SEAT TRIM -inc: split fold-down rear seat, cargo area convenience net (N/A w/ 1SA Preferred Equipment Group) *Available w/ Light Gray or Medium Neutral interior trim* $210
CUSTOM CLOTH SEAT TRIM -inc: split fold-down rear seat, cargo area convenience net (N/A w/ 1SA Preferred Equipment Group) *Available w/ Medium Gray interior trim* $210
Paint Type
SOLID PAINT (STD) STANDARAD
Rear Defogger
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER NOT DESIRED STANDARAD
ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER $170

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
3 Years/36,000 Miles
No Deductible
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint - 3 years/36,000 miles

Emissions:
Emission component coverage - Varies by geographical region

Roadside Assistance:
Courtesy Care Roadside Assistance Program
includes - Toll Free Assistance # 1-800-CHEV-USA Free Towing to nearest Chevy Dealer
Locksmith Services, Flat Tire Repair, Jump Start & Fuel delivery

Courtesy transportation - Applies when vehicle is left at participating dealer for warranty covered repairs (see dealer for details)
News - 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.