2014 Chevrolet Malibu LT

Exterior Features

• Front Bumper Color: Body-Color
• Mirror Color: Body-Color
• Door Handle Color: Body-Color
• Grille Color: Black With Chrome Accents
• Rear Bumper Color: Body-Color
• Window Trim: Silver

Comfort Features

• Floor Mat Material: Carpet
• Armrests: Rear Center Folding With Storage
• Armrests: Rear Center With Cupholders
• Floor Mats: Rear
• Floor Mats: Front
• Floor Material: Carpet

Air Conditioning

• Front Air Conditioning Zones: Single
• Rear Vents: Second Row
• Front Air Conditioning
• Air Filtration

Convenience Features

• Cupholders: Front
• Steering Wheel: Tilt And Telescopic
• One-Touch Windows: 4
• Reading Lights: Front
• Cargo Area Light
• Cruise Control
• Power Steering
• Multi-Function Remote: Keyless Entry
• Multi-Function Remote: Panic Alarm
• Power Windows: Lockout Button
• Courtesy Lights: Door
• Overhead Console: Front
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Audio
• Rearview Mirror: Manual Day/Night
• Power Outlet(s): Two 12V
• Vanity Mirrors: Dual Illuminating
• Assist Handle: Rear
• Center Console: Front Console With Armrest And Storage
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Cruise Control
• Storage: In Dash
• Storage: Front Seatback
• Ambient Lighting
• Assist Handle: Front
• Storage: Door Pockets
• Cupholders: Rear
• Storage: Accessory Hook
• Multi-Function Remote: Trunk Release

Suspension

• Front Suspension Classification: Independent
• Rear Suspension Classification: Independent
• Front Struts: MacPherson
• Rear Suspension Type: Multi-Link
• Rear Spring Type: Coil
• Front Stabilizer Bar
• Rear Stabilizer Bar
• Front Spring Type: Coil
• Front Suspension Type: Lower Control Arms
• Rear Shock Type: Gas
• Front Shock Type: Gas

Brakes

• Rear Brake Type: Disc
• Rear Brake Diameter: 11.5
• Front Brake Diameter: 11.7
• Front Brake Type: Ventilated Disc
• Braking Assist
• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
• ABS: 4-Wheel
• Power Brakes
• Cornering Brake Control

Drivetrain

• Axle Ratio: 2.77

Stability and Traction

• Stability Control
• Traction Control

Engine

• Auto Start/Stop
• Battery: Maintenance-Free

In Car Entertainment

• Infotainment: MyLink
• Infotainment Screen Size: 7 In.

Audio System

• Radio: Voice Operated
• Auxiliary Audio Input: Bluetooth
• Radio: Touch Screen Display
• Antenna Type: Diversity
• Antenna Type: Element
• In-Dash CD: Single Disc
• In-Dash CD: MP3 Playback
• Total Speakers: 6
• Radio: AM/FM
• Radio Data System
• Speed Sensitive Volume Control
• Auxiliary Audio Input: Jack
• Auxiliary Audio Input: USB
• Auxiliary Audio Input: IPod/IPhone
• Satellite Radio: SiriusXM

Instrumentation

• Warnings And Reminders: Lamp Failure
• Warnings And Reminders: Low Oil Pressure
• Warnings And Reminders: Coolant Temperature Warning
• Clock
• Gauge: Tachometer
• Compass
• Digital Odometer
• Multi-Function Display
• Warnings And Reminders: Low Fuel Level
• Trip Odometer

Telematics

• Satellite Communications: Voice Guided Directions
• Satellite Communications: OnStar
• Wireless Data Link: Bluetooth
• Hands-Free Phone Call Integration: Voice Operated

Lights

• Daytime Running Lights
• Headlights: Auto On/Off
• Headlights: Halogen

Tires and Rims

• Wheels: Aluminum Alloy
• Tire Type: All Season
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Spare Tire Kit

Windows

• Front Wipers: Intermittent
• Window Defogger: Rear
• Power Windows
• Solar-Tinted Glass
• Laminated Glass: Acoustic Windshield

Safety

• Active Head Restraints: Dual Front
• Child Safety Door Locks
• Child Seat Anchors: LATCH System
• Safety Brake Pedal System
• Emergency Interior Trunk Release
• Crumple Zones: Front
• Crumple Zones: Rear

Airbags

• Airbag Deactivation: Occupant Sensing Passenger
• Side Airbags: Front
• Knee Airbags: Dual Front
• Front Airbags: Dual
• Side Curtain Airbags: Front
• Side Airbags: Rear
• Side Curtain Airbags: Rear

Mirrors

• Side Mirrors: Integrated Turn Signals
• Side Mirror Adjustments: Power
• Side Mirrors: Heated

Security

• Anti-Theft System: Alarm
• Power Door Locks

Seats

• Driver Seat Power Adjustments: Height
• Driver Seat Power Adjustments: 2
• Rear Headrests: 2
• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments: 4
• Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: 4
• Rear Seat Folding: Split
• Front Headrests: 2
• Front Seat Type: Bucket
• Upholstery: Premium Cloth
• Rear Seat Type: 60-40 Split Bench
• Rear Headrests: Adjustable
• Front Headrests: Adjustable
• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments: Reclining
• Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: Reclining

Seatbelts

• Seatbelt Pretensioners: Front
• Seatbelt Pretensioners: Rear
• Seatbelt Warning Sensor: Front
• Rear Seatbelts: 3-Point
• Front Seatbelts: 3-Point

Steering

• Steering Ratio: 15.2

The 2014 Malibu is a roomier, more refined and more efficient execution midsize sedan. Updated styling, a revised interior, a new 2.5L standard engine and suspension enhancements highlight the changes. Malibu's front fascia features a new, more prominent lower grille and the hood extends down and over the leading edge of a narrower upper grille. The grille openings -- with black grille texture -- are wider and accented with chrome.

Inside, redesigned seats contribute to greater rear-seat space and greater comfort. The front seatbacks are shaped to improve rear-seat knee room, while new cushion sculpturing and revised cushion material allow passengers to sit deeper in the rear seats.

An all-new Ecotec 2.5L four-cylinder engine with direct injection is the 2014 Malibu's standard engine. New start/stop technology shuts down the 2.5L engine to save fuel when the Malibu stops momentarily, such as at stoplights, contributing to an estimated 5-percent increase in city fuel economy.

It's rated at 196 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque. Revised transmission shift points and quicker shifts also enhance the feeling of performance.

The 2014 Malibu's available 2.0L turbo engine delivers nearly 14 percent more torque than its predecessor. It is certified at 295 lb-ft. New engine calibration and tuning account for the improvement, making the Malibu 2.0L turbo's torque the best in the segment, even among competing six-cylinder-engines. The 2.0L turbo also produces 259 horsepower.

Chassis and suspension updates contribute to the 2014 Malibu's more refined driving experience to enable more refined calibration of the dampers for a smoother overall ride, while also improving body roll control and weight transfer during acceleration or turning.