 |
| The 2000 Malibu added the bowtie to its front grille, no longer needing to hide its identity to attract new customers. |
After the 1999 model, year 2000's center grille and emblem changed, bringing the bowtie proudly up front. The Malibu obviously did its job, raising Chevy's midsize image to the point where it didn't need to hide its origins any longer.
If you don't mind bland yet inoffensive styling, and aren't yearning for European inspired driving dynamics, the reliable and functional Malibu might just be an excellent fit. But before you buy please take my advice. If you've got a teenage male driver in the family opt for the 4-cylinder and sleep better at night.
Specifications:
- 1997 Expected Price*: $6,750 - $8,625 (120,000 to 127,500 km**)
- 1998 Expected Price*: $8,200 - $11,125 (97,500 to 105,000 km**)
- 1999 Expected Price*:$10,600 - $14,150 (75,000 to 82,500 km**)
- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Layout: front engine, FWD
- Base Engine: 150 hp, 155 lb-ft of torque, 2.4-L, OHV I-4
- Opt Engine:155 hp, 185 lb-ft of torque, 3.1-L, OHV V6
- Transmission: 4-spd auto
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/drum, ABS
- Curb Weight: 1,406 kg (3,100 lb)
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Cargo Volume (trunk): 464 L (16.4 cu ft) (1997)
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 10.2 / 7.4 L/100 km (23 / 32 mpg) (1998)
- Direct Competitors:Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Stratus, Ford Taurus, Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Mazda 626, Nissan Altima, Pontiac Grand Am, Saturn L-Series, Subaru Legacy, Toyota Camry, VW Passat
- Web Site: www.gmcanada.com
* Used vehicle prices sourced from VMRCanada.com. Prices represent base models with automatic transmissions. Prices in specific provinces may vary. Also, these are asking prices so discounts may be available.
** Mileage averages based on approximately 20,000 km travel per year (calculated in 2003 model year)
