| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2006 Chevrolet Malibu Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 188.3 in | 187.8 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 69.8 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 58.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3174 lb. | 3335 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 16.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 56.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 53.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 55.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 52.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 41.0 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 41.0 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2006 Chevrolet Malibu 4-door Sedan Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | LS | LT | LTZ | SS |
| Standard Engine | 2.2L I4 DOHC-4v 144 hp@5600 155 lb-ft@4000 | 2.2L I4 DOHC-4v 144 hp@5600 155 lb-ft@4000 | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 201 hp@5400 220 lb-ft@3200 | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@5800 241 lb-ft@2800 |
| Optional Engine(s) | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 201 hp@5400 220 lb-ft@3200 | |||
| Standard Transmission | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Standard Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Standard Tires | 205/65R15 tires | 215/60R16 tires | 225/50R17 tires | 225/50R18 tires |
| Optional Tires | 225/50WR18 tires |
2006 Chevrolet Malibu 4-door Hatch Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | Maxx LT | Maxx LTZ | Maxx SS |
| Standard Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 201 hp@5400 220 lb-ft@3200 | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 201 hp@5400 220 lb-ft@3200 | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@5800 241 lb-ft@2800 |
| Standard Transmission | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Standard Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Standard Tires | 215/60R16 tires | 225/50R17 tires | 225/50R18 tires |
| Optional Tires | 225/50WR18 tires |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Powertrain: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of passing power and good fuel economy. Transmision shifts very smoothly and does not hunt for gears when cruising. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The 2007 Malibu has stronger acceleration. Throttle response is smooth and instantaneous. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Gets up to speed very fast; can usually beat most any normal car plus Mustangs at the traffic light. Daily driver with some pep. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The 3.9L engine has tremendouse power (for a V6) and pulls strongly throughout its RPM range. The automatic transmission shifts smoothly and very quickly, always in the right gear. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This car is a rocket, and can brake on a dime. The performance clearly outmatches the substandard steering control & handling (typical GM). see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good power. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Powerful. Pulls strongly to 5,000 rpm when required. No problem merging on the highway even when loaded for a week's vacation. Transmission shifts smoothly. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Powertrain: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Really fairly good for a 4 banger but it growls a bit when gaining speed. The shifts are noticeable mainly due to gear noise. (We compare it against our 99 V8 Buick which is faultless in this respect.) see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The 2.2L 4cyl engine, while great for gas mileage, is underpowered for such a large car. It's fine once I'm at cruising speed; however, I wish it worked a little better accelerating. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Weak passing performance. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
None of our members have yet commented on the tires of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
2006 Chevrolet Malibu MSRP and Invoice Prices
| Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
| 4dr Sedan | LS | 16,365 | 15,465 | 625 |
| 4dr Sedan | LT | 17,865 | 16,883 | 625 |
| 4dr Sedan | LTZ | 23,065 | 21,797 | 625 |
| 4dr Sedan | SS | 22,865 | 21,608 | 625 |
| 4dr Hatch | Maxx LT | 20,165 | 19,056 | 625 |
| 4dr Hatch | Maxx LTZ | 23,465 | 22,175 | 625 |
| 4dr Hatch | Maxx SS | 23,265 | 21,986 | 625 |
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.
