Compare 2013 Chevrolet Malibu - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $26,600 | $26,755 | $26,225 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $25,403 | $25,685 | $25,150 |
| Destination | $810 | $885 | $795 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Manual |
| Air Filter | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | Analog |
| Compass | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/metal-look | Leather/chrome | Leather |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | Mini | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Rubber Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Front And Rear |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/metal-look | Leather/chrome | Leather |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 6-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 8-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center Sliding | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Cloth/leatherette | Leather | Leatherette |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted 6-disc |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| DVD-Audio | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Speakers | 6 | 9 Bose | 8 |
| Amplifier | Optional | 250W | N/A |
| Equalizer | Automatic | Automatic | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | Yes With Voice Activation | Optional | Optional |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A |
| Emergency Services | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A |
| Crisis Assist | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A |
| Remote Door Unlock | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A |
| Roadside Assistance | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A |
| Remote Horn And Lights | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A |
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A |
| Hands-Free Calling | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cornering Lights | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | N/A | N/A | 4 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | UltraSonic | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | PASS-Key III | Immobilizer III |
| Lane Departure Warning | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Sensor | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/100,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (72 Month/70,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (72 Month/70,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles | GM TOTAL Warranty 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 72 Months/70,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 72 Months/unlimited Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 72 Months/70,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | N/A | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | N/A | Body-colored |
| Bodyside Insert | N/A | N/A | Chrome |
| Grille Trim | Black W/chrome Surround | Chrome | Black W/chrome Accents |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Exterior Express Open Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
| Front Tires | P235/50SR18.0 BSW AS | P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS | P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 18" Silver Aluminum | 18" Machined Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | N/A | Intercooled Turbo |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | StabiliTrak | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Transmission | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 2.89 | 3.23 | 3.68 |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 191.5 " | 183.9 " | 191.6 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 73.0 " | 71.4 " | 72.2 " |
| Exterior Height | 57.6 " | 58.1 " | 58.5 " |
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 259 @ 5,500 Rpm | 180 @ 6,700 Rpm | 140 @ 4,000 Rpm |
| Torque | 260 @ 1,700 Rpm | 171 @ 4,900 Rpm | 236 @ 1,750 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - City | 21 Mpg | 21 Mpg | 31 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 30 Mpg | 32 Mpg | 43 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 6.5 Seconds | 7.7 Seconds | 10.3 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.2 Seconds | 16.0 Seconds | 17.5 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 91 Mph | 89 Mph | 77 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 61 Mph | 62 Mph | 60 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.39/3.39 " | 3.46/3.86 " | 3.19/3.76 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,635 Lbs. | 3,300 Lbs. | 3,393 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | N/A | 4,630 Lbs. |
| Payload | N/A | N/A | 1,237 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 1,000 Lbs. | 1,000 Lbs. | 1,000 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 107.8 " | 105.7 " | 110.4 " |
| Front Track | 62.3 " | 60.3 " | 62.1 " |
| Rear Track | 62.4 " | 60.7 " | 61.0 " |
| Turning Radius | 18.7 '' | 18.0 '' | 18.2 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .29 | N/A | .29 |
| Front Legroom | 42.1 " | 42.0 " | 42.4 " |
| Rear Legroom | 36.8 " | 34.7 " | 39.1 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.0 " | 38.3 " | 38.3 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.5 " | 37.8 " | 37.8 " |
| Front Hip Room | 55.0 " | 53.7 " | N/A |
| Rear Hip Room | 54.3 " | 51.9 " | N/A |
| Front Shoulder Room | 57.5 " | 55.1 " | 56.9 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 57.1 " | 52.9 " | 57.0 " |
| Luggage Volume | 16.3 Cu.ft. | 14.0 Cu.ft. | 15.9 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 16.3 Cu.ft. | 14.0 Cu.ft. | 15.9 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 100 Cu.ft. | 91 Cu.ft. | 102 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 18.5 Gal. | 15.6 Gal. | 18.5 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Side | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Driver's | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall Front | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | acceptable | good | good |
| Overall Evaluation | marginal | N/A | acceptable |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Roof Strength | good | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |
