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The cockpit, centre console and the dashboard with high-quality plastics and fake-wood create a nice and solid appearance.
The legroom in the rear is fine. However, the rear seats are uncomfortable and not up to the standards of the middle class.
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The 7.9 liter consumption (as advertised) should be used only for comparison purposes. The actual average I measured was around 10 liters.
In terms of cornering and steering response, the Malibu is much more a European car that about two generations ago. Credit to close cooperation with Opel, GM’s European brand.
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The 2.0 liter four cylinder turbocharged Ecotec (gasoline) engine with 259 HP delivers 295 lb-ft of torque.
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The Specifications
Type of vehicle
Engine
Power
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Price (base/as tested)
Destination charge
Natural Resources Canada fuel economy (L/100 km) city; highway; as-tested
Optional features:
Article: Varol McKars
Pictures: Varol McKars, Gokche Erkan, Cagdas Ongen
Test vehicle was provided by General Motors Canada
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