Are you looking for a sedan that can get you around town in style? If so, you have probably heard of the 2022 Chevy Malibu. This stylish sedan offers many great features to any driver, and we are proud to offer it to our customers here at Walker Chevrolet.
The Chevy Malibu is a mid-size sedan, perfect for drivers looking for a sedan that isn’t too large or too cramped. This sedan continues to be a driver favorite thanks to its many wonderful features.
Powertrain Performance
All models except the highest Premier trim of the Chevy Malibu come standard with a 1.5-liter turbo four-cylinder engine that produces 160 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. It is paired with continuously variable transmission and front-wheel drive for a smooth driving experience. This base engine achieved an excellent EPA fuel rating of 29 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway.
The highest Premier trim comes standard with a more aggressive 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder engine that produces 250 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. It is paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission for drivers who want a more powerful and even smoother ride. This powertrain configuration has a fuel economy rating of 22 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway.
Safety
This year’s Chevy Malibu achieved the highest Good rating in all five crash tests performed by the IIHS. They also achieved a great overall safety rating of four out of five stars when tested by the NHTSA.
All models of the Malibu come standard with a rearview camera, Buckle to Drive, and the Teen Driver feature, which lets you set audio volume and speed for secondary drivers. You can also upgrade to gain great active safety features, including:
- Forward automatic emergency braking
- Forward collision warning
- Lane keep assist
- Front pedestrian protection
- Lane departure warning
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Automatic high-beams
Technology
The Malibu ups the luxury factor with its technology suite. All trims come standard with a user-friendly 8.0-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth connectivity, Wi-Fi hotspot, wireless Android Auto/Apple Carplay connectivity, a USB port, and a six-speaker audio system. You can also upgrade to get an 8.0-inch digital gauge cluster, satellite radio, wireless device charging, navigation, two additional USB ports, and a nine-speaker premium audio system.
Changes for 2022
The base L trim has been removed from the lineup of models for 2022, making the LS the new base model. The electronic parking brake is now standard on all models of the Malibu. The Black Cherry Metallic and Shadow Gray Metallic paint colors have been discontinued and replaced with Dark Ash Metallic and Mineral Gray Metallic.
When it comes to driving in style, the Chevy Malibu offers some of the best features you can look for. Drivers love its smooth powertrain, great safety features, and impressive technology suite. If you’re looking for a mid-size sedan and would like more information about the Malibu, contact us at Walker Chevrolet today.
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