2024 Chevrolet Malibu Review and Specs

Despite its advanced age, the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu is still a formidable competitor in the mid-size sedan market. Despite not being the most popular family car in its class, the almost ten-year-old Chevy Malibu is still a respectable choice thanks to its attractive exterior, smooth ride, and capable handling. The only available powerplant consists of a turbocharged four-cylinder and a continuously variable automatic gearbox. While the Chevy sedan lacks the punch of competitors' more potent turbo four and six-cylinder engine choices, the duo still has enough power to propel the bowtie-badged four-door about at city speeds. The Malibu's mediocre interior, which mostly uses low-quality plastics, is more annoying. Additionally, the car's list of standard amenities is very short when compared to rival models like the Hyundai Sonata and the Honda Accord. Simply said, the Malibu's advantages are not enough to compensate for its drawbacks. The mid-size sedan from Chevy isn't a punishment box, but it's also not quite as well-rounded as competitors.

What Is 2024 Bringing?

A tire inflation kit is currently standard equipment on all 2024 Malibus. Furthermore, Chevy expands the Malibu's color scheme to include Lakeshore Blue Metallic.

Cost and Selection of Items for Purchase

The 2024 Chevrolet Malibu ranges in price from $26,195 to $32,595 according on the model and extras.

Performance, Engine, and Transmission

The 2024 Malibu, in contrast to many other family sedans, comes just with one powertrain option: a dependable 1.5-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine with 160 horsepower that powers the front wheels via a CVT. We tested a 2019 Malibu, and the average run at 60 mph was 7.8 seconds. In our acceleration testing, this combo performs worse than comparable competitors. With 290 horsepower and the ability to reach 60 mph in around 5 seconds, the Hyundai Sonata N Line and the Kia K5 GT are great options for families looking for a speed demon.

Cargo, Comfort, and Interior

The inside of the Malibu is ergonomically pleasing and pleasant despite not being the quietest or most opulent. Although the interior offers comparable passenger room and amenities, most other choices provide superior outward sight. The roomy cockpit of the Malibu is created by the symmetrical dashboard and the big aperture under the center stack. Some passengers find the front seats' back cushions to be overly tiny, despite the chairs' broad base and comforting side bolsters. Even though the rear seat is smaller than that of the Accord, it was still large enough for our larger frames. Though it doesn't lead the class, the Malibu offers a large trunk with lots of carry-on luggage and plenty of inside storage.

Connectivity and Entertainment

Every Malibu from Chevy is equipped with a touchscreen entertainment system that offers a plethora of useful features, such as mobile Wi-Fi hotspot, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay. Although the touchscreen interface is simple to use, the system is falling behind the competition and does not include a handy rotary control knob for secondary system interaction.

Features for Safety and Driver Assistance

The Chevy sedan is equipped with all the cutting-edge safety features that help keep contemporary families safe, although many of them are optional. Visit the websites of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for further details on the Malibu's crash test results. Important safety characteristics consist of:

• Automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection is available.
• Lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assistance are available.
• Adaptive cruise control is available.

Coverage for Maintenance and Warranty

The Malibu has comparable limited and powertrain warranties, but its roadside assistance and corrosion protection last longer than those of many competitors.

• A limited warranty is valid for 36 months or 36 000 miles.
• A powertrain warranty is valid for 60,000 miles or five years.
• Free maintenance is included on the initial visit.

FAQ's

Q1. What modifications are made to the 2024 Malibu?

There are a few modest upgrades for the 2024 Malibu compared to the 2023 model. These consist of new exterior color choices, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto as standard on all trim levels, and a few minor equipment adjustments.

Q2. Is the Chevy Malibu 2024 dependable?

In comparison to other new automobiles, we anticipate that the 2024 Malibu's dependability will be around average. In addition to the Chevrolet brand scores, this projection is based on comparable cars.