The 2011 Malibu has three trim levels: LS, LT, and LTZ. All models come with a 169-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and six-speed automatic transmission as standard equipment. Optional on the LT and LTZ is a 252-hp, 3.6-liter V6, matched with a high torque six-speed automatic.

The Malibu features a prominent two-bar grille and squared-off rear. A glass sunroof is optional. A variety of two-tone interior themes are available to accent the dashboard, center stack, door trim and seats. The instruments have blue backlighting, and a 110-volt power outlet is available. There's also an optional upgrade to a premium eight-speaker system.

The Malibu comes with standard safety features such as seat-mounted thorax airbags, side-curtain airbags, stability control, traction control, and anti-lock brakes. Bluetooth is standard on the LTZ, optional on the LT.
Chevrolet Malibu Exterior Specs
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• Standard 17-inch wheels on LS and LT
• Standard 18-inch wheels on LTZ
• New 18-inch chrome aluminum wheels in 2LT V-6 package
• V-6 model has dual chrome exhaust outlets
• Body-color front and rear bumpers
• Day time running lights
• Exterior dimensions: 191.8 in. overall length, 70.3 in. overall width, 57.1 in. overall height, 112.3 in. wheelbase, 59.6 in. front track, 60.0 in. rear track and 40.4 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle

Chevrolet Malibu Interior Specs
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• Laminated glass to reduce cabin noise
• Metallic accents
• Standard XM Satellite Radio (subscription sold separately)
• Bluetooth phone capability
• 60/40-split folding rear seat in all models
• Front and rear 12V power outlet(s)
• Fully-automatic climate control
• Trip computer: includes average speed, average fuel economy, current fuel economy and range for remaining fuel
• Intelligent driver front airbag, intelligent passenger front airbag with occupant sensors
• Heated bucket driver seat with five 10-way power ; details: power height, power lumbar and power tilt, heated bucket front passenger seat: with 6-way power ; details: power height and power tilt
• Leather-trimmed, tilt/ telescoping steering wheel