2023 Chevrolet Malibu RS Features And Specs
Year
Style, Configuration, Engine Options
Trim
Malibu RS Package Includes
Vehicle
EPA Classification
Midsize Cars
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Engine
Engine Order Code
LFV
Engine Type and Required Fuel
Turbocharged Gas I4
Displacement (liters/cubic inches)
1.5L/91
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Maximum Horsepower @ RPM
160 @ 5700
Maximum Torque @ RPM
184 @ 2500-3000
Cooling System Capacity (quarts)
NA
Transmission
Transmission Order Code
MRG
Transmission Description
Automatic
Number of Transmission Speeds
1
First Gear Ratio (:1)
NA
Reverse Ratio (:1)
NA
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
5.10
Clutch Size
NA
Fuel Economy And Range
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score
NA
CO2 Emissions, 15K mi/year (tons)
5.9
Range, city/highway (miles)
426.60 / 553.00
EPA Fuel Economy, combined/city/highway (mpg)
30 / 27 / 35
EPA Fuel Economy Equivalent (for hybrid and electric vehicles), combined/city/highway (MPGe)
N/A / N/A / N/A
Fuel Rank
Fuel Capacity / Gas Tank Size
15.8
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity (gallons)
NA
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (inches)
111.4
Length (inches)
194.2
Width, without mirrors (inches)
73
Height (inches)
57.9
Front Track Width (inches)
62.6
Rear Track Width (inches)
62.5
Minimum Ground Clearance (inches)
NA
Liftover Height (inches)
NA
Interior Dimensions
Passenger / Seating Capacity
5
Total Passenger Volume (cubic feet)
100
Front Head Room (inches)
39.1
Front Leg Room (inches)
41.5
Front Shoulder Room (inches)
58.5
Front Hip Room (inches)
54.1
Second Row Head Room (inches)
37.5
Second Row Leg Room (inches)
38.1
Second Row Shoulder Room (inches)
57.1
Second Row Hip Room (inches)
53.4
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Space (cubic feet)
15.7
Steering
Steering Type
Electric Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1)
NA
Turns, lock to lock
NA
Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)
37
Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)
NA
Suspension
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Four-Link
Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)
NA
Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)
NA
Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)
NA
Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)
NA
Brakes
Brake Type
Pwr
Anti-Lock-Braking System
4-Wheel
Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)
11.8 x -TBD-
Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)
11.3 x -TBD-
Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)
NA
Wheels And Tires
Front Wheel Size (inches)
18 x 8.0
Front Wheel Material
Aluminum
Front Tire Size
245/45R18
Rear Wheel Size (inches)
18 x 8.0
Rear Wheel Material
Aluminum
Rear Tire Size
245/45R18
Spare Wheel Size (inches)
16 x -TBD-
Spare Wheel Material
Steel
Spare Tire Size
T125/80R16
Towing
Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)
NA
Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)
NA
Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)
NA
Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)
NA
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (pounds)
3135
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F
NA
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
NA
Package
Mechanical
Engine, 1.5L turbo DOHC 4-cylinder DI with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) (160 hp [119.3 kW] @ 5700 rpm, 184 lb-ft torque [248.4 N-m] @ 2500-3000 rpm)
Transmission, Continuously Variable (CVT)
Engine control, stop-start system
Axle, 5.10 final drive ratio
Front wheel drive
Suspension, front MacPherson strut
Suspension, rear 4-link, independent
Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc
Brake rotors, Duralife
Brake lining, high-performance, noise and dust performance
Brake, parking, electronic
Fueling system, capless
Fuel door, push open
Exhaust, dual stainless-steel with polished tips
Tool kit, road emergency
Exterior
Wheels, 18" (45.7 cm) aluminum
Tires, 245/45R18 all-season, blackwall
Wheel, spare, 16" (40.6 cm) steel
Tire, compact spare, T125/80R16
Spoiler, rear
Grille, chrome surround with Black grille inserts
Headlamp control, automatic on and off
Headlamps, halogen
IntelliBeam, automatic high beam on/off (Included with (WPS) Chevy Safety Assist.)
Glass, acoustic, laminated, windshield
Mirrors, outside power-adjustable, body-color, manual-folding
Bowties, Black, front and rear
Badge, nameplate in Black
Entertainment
Audio system, Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system, 8" diagonal color touchscreen, AM/FM stereo. Additional features for compatible phones include
Bluetooth audio streaming for 2 active devices, voice command pass-through to phone, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capable.
Audio system feature, 6-speaker system
Display, 8" diagonal LCD touch screen
Wireless Apple CarPlay/Wireless Android Auto
Wi-Fi Hotspot capable (Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)
Antenna, body-color
Interior
Seats, front bucket
Seat trim, Premium Cloth
Seat adjuster, 8-way power driver
Seat adjuster, front passenger 6-way manual
Seat adjuster, power driver lumbar control
Seat, rear 60/40 split-folding
Floor mats, carpeted front (Deleted when the following LPOs are ordered
PCH, PCM, PDH, RIA, VAV.)
Floor mats, carpeted rear (Deleted when the following LPOs are ordered
PCH, PCM, PDH, RIA, VAV.)
Steering wheel, wrapped
Steering column, tilt and telescopic
Steering wheel controls, mounted controls for audio, phone and cruise
Driver Information Center, monochromatic display
Temperature display, outside
Warning indicator, front passenger seat belt
Windows, power with Express-Down on all
Door locks, power programmable
Keyless Start
Keyless Open, front doors includes extended range Remote Keyless Entry
Remote vehicle starter system (Not available with state and local government option R6D.)
Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed
Remote panic alarm
Theft-deterrent system, content theft alarm
Power outlet, auxiliary, 12-volt
Air conditioning, single-zone manual
Air filter, cabin
Defogger, rear-window, electric
Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night
Visors, driver and front passenger vanity mirrors, covered
Assist handle, front passenger
Lighting, interior overhead courtesy lamp, dual reading lamps and illuminated trunk area
Map pocket, front passenger seatback
Trunk cargo anchors
Safety
StabiliTrak, stability control system with brake assist includes Traction Control
Front Pedestrian Braking (Included with (WPS) Chevy Safety Assist.)
Automatic Emergency Braking (Included with (WPS) Chevy Safety Assist.)
Braking control, ECM grade
Daytime Running Lamps, integral to headlamps
Airbags, 10 total, frontal and knee for driver and front passenger, side-impact seat-mounted and roof rail-mounted head-curtain for front and rear outboard seating positions includes Passenger Sensing System (Always use seat belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable (Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)
Chevrolet Connected Access capable (Subject to terms. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)
HD Rear Vision Camera (Rear Vision Camera display is not HD with IOR audio system.)
Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning (Included with (WPS) Chevy Safety Assist.)
Following Distance Indicator (Included with (WPS) Chevy Safety Assist.)
Forward Collision Alert (Included with (WPS) Chevy Safety Assist.)
Rear Seat Reminder
Buckle to Drive prevents vehicle from being shifted out of Park until driver seat belt is fastened; times out after 20 seconds and encourages seat belt use, can be turned on and off in Settings or Teen Driver menu
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren), for child restraint seats
Door locks, rear child security
Trunk latch, safety, manual release
Tire Pressure Monitor System
Teen Driver a configurable feature that lets you activate customizable vehicle settings associated with a key fob, to help encourage safe driving behavior. It can limit certain available vehicle features, and it prevents certain safety systems from being turned off. An in-vehicle report card gives you information on driving habits and helps you to continue to coach your new driver
3 Years of Remote Access. The Remote Access Plan gives you simplified remote control of your properly equipped vehicle and unlocks a variety of great features in your myChevrolet mobile app. See dealer for details. (Remote Access Plan does not include emergency or security services. See onstar.com for details and limitations. Available on select Apple and Android devices. Service availability, features and functionality vary by vehicle, device, and the plan you are enrolled in. Terms apply. Device data connection required.)
Warranty
3 Basic Years / 36,000 Basic Miles
5 Drivetrain Years / 60,000 Drivetrain Miles
Certain commercial, government, and qualified fleet vehicles
5 years/100,000 miles Drivetrain Note / 5 Roadside Assistance Years
6 Corrosion Years / 3 Corrosion Years
100,000 Corrosion Miles / 36,000 Corrosion Miles/km
5 years/100,000 miles Roadside Assistance Note
Crash Test Result
Overall Rating
5/5
Overall Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
5/5
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Driver
5/5
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Passenger
5/5
Overall Side Crash Rating
5/5
Side Barrier Rating
5/5
Side Barrier Rating Driver
5/5
Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat
5/5
Side Pole Rating Driver Front Seat
5/5
Combined Side Rating Front Seat
5/5
Combined Side Rating Rear Seat
5/5
Rollover Rating
4/5