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2012 Chevrolet Malibu Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions
| Body | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in |
| Length | 191.8 in |
| Width | 70.3 in |
| Height | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3415 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2012 | On paper, the Malibu's rear seat is only a little tighter than those in the 2008-2012 sedan and in competing cars. In person, rear knee room would only be marginally competitive in the compact sedan segment. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my shins graze the front seatbacks. GM is rushing some revised seats to market. But if past attempts to fix a cramped rear seat are any indication, this won't make a substantial difference. The rear seat in the Ford Fusion is roomier, if also short of the segment's quasi-limos. see full Chevrolet Malibu review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This is tight if front seats are postioned at or close to the back of their range; shorter wheelbase in this model compared to prior version. Rear seat access is excellent (i.e, for infant car seats, small item transport). see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2012 Chevrolet Malibu 4-door Sedan Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | LS | LT | 2LT | LTZ |
| Standard Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6400 160 lb-ft@4500 | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6400 160 lb-ft@4500 | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6400 160 lb-ft@4500 | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6400 160 lb-ft@4500 |
| Optional Engine(s) | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 | ||
| Standard Transmission | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Standard Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Standard Tires | 215/55R17 tires | 215/55R17 tires | 215/55R17 tires | 225/50R18 tires |
| Optional Tires | 225/50R18 tires |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Powertrain: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Quite pleased for my low-key, safety and economy-oriented driving style; e-assist feature is almost unnoticeable starting from rest or accelerating, can feel regenerative function associated with deceleration or braking but it is slight. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very good. Smooth performance. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Powertrain: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Performance is fine but fuel economy is substandard for the V6 engine. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
None of our members have yet commented on the tires of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
2012 Chevrolet Malibu MSRP and Invoice Prices
| Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
| 4dr Sedan | LS | 22,110 | 21,115 | 760 |
| 4dr Sedan | LT | 23,470 | 22,296 | 760 |
| 4dr Sedan | 2LT | 26,300 | 24,985 | 760 |
| 4dr Sedan | LTZ | 28,600 | 27,027 | 760 |
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