Whether you’re in the market for an urban commuter or a highway cruiser for long-distance trips out of Sudbury, the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu is a midsize sedan that has it covered and won’t cost you a fortune for the pleasure. The Malibu is stylish, spacious, and comfortable, with an attractive starting price, impressive standard features, and the kind of fuel economy that makes some shoppers think twice about larger and more powerful alternatives.
The 2024 Chevrolet Malibu is a four-door midsize sedan available in a slimmed-down lineup for the new model year. The 2024 lineup starts with the entry-level LS trim level, but retail shoppers will probably look to the higher of the two available trims, the 1LT. The LS isn’t a stripped-down fleet- model with steel wheels that lacks some basics, but it’s hugely tempting to pay a small amount extra to move up a level to the 1LT. However, even though only two trims are available, Sport, Midnight, and Redline Edition upgrade packages are available for the 1LT if you fancy something even more stylish. Each package includes black 19-inch alloy wheels, black front & rear bowtie emblems, a blacked-out grille, and a black name badge. The Redline Edition adds red hash marks to the wheels, a red outline for the badge, and Redline decals on the mirrors. However, if you want the Midnight Edition, you are appropriately restricted to a black car.
If a spacious, comfortable, and well-equipped vehicle at every level is what you’re looking for, the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu fits the bill. Even the most affordable versions of the Malibu get one of the best infotainment systems in the class in the shape of the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system. The bases of the front seats are wide and supportive, and there’s ample room in the rear seats for three adults. The cabin has plenty of storage space and cubbies, and the trunk boasts 445 litres of cargo volume.
A single powertrain is found under the hood of both Malibu models this year, and the manufacturer has chosen one that’s an excellent blend of performance and economy. The engine is a contemporary 1.5-litre turbo-four producing 160 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque, which drives the front wheels through a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The powertrain delivers a smooth and comfortable ride, and the EPA rates the Malibu for fuel economy at 8.6 L/100 km in the city and 6.8 L/100 km on the highway.
The Malibu is a car that delivers what shoppers want and needs while leaving lavish and superfluous to those looking to extract extra profit from shoppers. The infotainment system both versions of the Malibu get is an excellent example of the car’s value-for-money offer. The system is controllable through an 8.0-inch touchscreen or voice control. It comes with Bluetooth audio streaming and phone connectivity, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. The Malibu also features advanced safety features at every level, which include Automatic Emergency Braking, Following Distance Indicator, Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian Braking, and Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning.
The 2024 Chevrolet Malibu is a midsize sedan that’s comfortable in its skin and doesn’t try to be something it isn’t and doesn’t need to be. The Malibu is a stylish, affordable, and family-friendly car that suits various roles and budgets. Check the 2024 Malibu out for yourself with a test drive from Southside Chevrolet Buick GMC at 2601 Regent St, Sudbury, Ontario, or call us at (705) 523-2438 to schedule an appointment for a time that’s suitable for you.
