GM Reveals 2016 Chevrolet Malibu - Page 5

*DGthe3* · 04-01-2015, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Firefighter

I was thinking the ATS version is about 270HP isn't it?

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Yes it is, but the Malibu doesn't get the 272 hp version. In the out going model its 259, while the new one is supposed to be detuned slightly to 250 hp.

Ruebernard · 04-01-2015, 12:02 PM

I rather like it. Carries Chevy's design language over from the Impala. The new Impala was a vast improvement over the previous generation and GM has managed to do it again with this car. I've liked the last few body styles of Malibu and this one moves the model forward in a stylish way.
Let's hope they hit a homer with the Gen6 Camaro!

Red2014SS · 04-01-2015, 12:03 PM

I like it better now that you posted more photos. The grocery getter crowd will love them, as will the car rental companies. I am sure we will see some sort of copy of that front/rear end on some Nascar "stock" car in the future. It looks pretty slippery.

Mityguy · 04-01-2015, 12:05 PM

Looks pretty sleek really.

Cam_Cam · 04-01-2015, 12:10 PM

We also discovered upon further inspection that this wasn't actually a real car internally, only the body. There was no suspension, motor, or basically anything on the interior. Pretty funny to look at.

Ruebernard · 04-01-2015, 12:16 PM

Could this be a GM April Fools prank?????

GMfan454 · 04-01-2015, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Red2014SS

I like it better now that you posted more photos. The grocery getter crowd will love them, as will the car rental companies. I am sure we will see some sort of copy of that front/rear end on some Nascar "stock" car in the future. It looks pretty slippery.

Motortrend has an article on it with more pics.

Cam_Cam · 04-01-2015, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Ruebernard

Could this be a GM April Fools prank?????

Uh no, absolutely not haha. Chevrolet is taking over YouTubes homepage from 3-11PM EST.

They are also running synchronized special events all over the country with this launch. A Kid Rock concert at one of the Army bases, a Make a Wish gift with some of the Man U players for a child with cancer, and a ton of other stuff. It's all really cool actually.

Pace · 04-01-2015, 12:22 PM

I guess this was ahead of its time...

https://www.google.com/search?q=olds...AUoAQ#imgdii=_

Very similar.

Angrybird 12 · 04-01-2015, 12:24 PM

From Camaro inspired tail lights to Corvette/ Impala inspired tail lights... I bet the Camaro is going to have something similar.

Firefighter · 04-01-2015, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by DGthe3

Yes it is, but the Malibu doesn't get the 272 hp version. In the out going model its 259, while the new one is supposed to be detuned slightly to 250 hp.

Yeah, I don't get why they keep detuning it...

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FenwickHockey65 · 04-01-2015, 12:39 PM

Probably to bump up the FE numbers. Lighter car requires less power-oriented tune and allows a more efficient one.

Firefighter · 04-01-2015, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

Probably to bump up the FE numbers. Lighter car requires less power-oriented tune and allows a more efficient one.

Good point...

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KMPrenger · 04-01-2015, 12:51 PM

wow...I like this very much! This is a great looking car. Wish it wasn't such an imitation of the Impala, but then again I can't fault them for it. Both of those cars look fantastic.

Interior looks great.

300lb weight loss is very cool. detuned 2.0T, but the weight drop and 8 speed auto will make it as quicker or quicker than the old one.

Great job!!!! I think it should easily be a contender in the class.

04-01-2015, 12:02 PM	#58
Ruebernard Drives: 2017 GRT 2SS/RS M6 Vert Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Oro Valley Posts: 1,200 View My Garage	I rather like it. Carries Chevy's design language over from the Impala. The new Impala was a vast improvement over the previous generation and GM has managed to do it again with this car. I've liked the last few body styles of Malibu and this one moves the model forward in a stylish way. Let's hope they hit a homer with the Gen6 Camaro! __________________ If it were more fun, it would be illegal!

04-01-2015, 12:03 PM	#59
Red2014SS Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Camaro Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,421	I like it better now that you posted more photos. The grocery getter crowd will love them, as will the car rental companies. I am sure we will see some sort of copy of that front/rear end on some Nascar "stock" car in the future. It looks pretty slippery. __________________ 2014 2SS/RS, L99, SW LTH w/HF Cats, GMPP Ex. Z/28 CAI, FR41s in PVD Black Chrome, Recaros, Pfadt Sway 377hp, 383tq 12.739@110.44 MPH

04-01-2015, 12:16 PM	#62
Ruebernard Drives: 2017 GRT 2SS/RS M6 Vert Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Oro Valley Posts: 1,200 View My Garage	Could this be a GM April Fools prank????? __________________ If it were more fun, it would be illegal!

04-01-2015, 12:22 PM	#65
Pace Lifestyle = Deathstyle Drives: 11 SIM 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 686	I guess this was ahead of its time... https://www.google.com/search?q=olds...AUoAQ#imgdii=_ Very similar. __________________ 11 2SS/RS

04-01-2015, 12:24 PM	#66
Angrybird 12 7 year Cancer Survivor! Drives: 17 Cruze RS, 07 G6 GT, 99 Astro Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 21,547	From Camaro inspired tail lights to Corvette/ Impala inspired tail lights... I bet the Camaro is going to have something similar. Attached Images __________________ Cancer's a bitch! Enjoy life while you can! LIVE, LOVE, DRIVE... The Bird is the word!

04-01-2015, 12:05 PM	#60
Mityguy Drives: 2018 Hyperblue Camaro 1SS/1LE Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Virginia is For Lovers Posts: 489	Looks pretty sleek really.

04-01-2015, 12:10 PM	#61
Cam_Cam Drives: 2014 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Michigan Posts: 525	We also discovered upon further inspection that this wasn't actually a real car internally, only the body. There was no suspension, motor, or basically anything on the interior. Pretty funny to look at.

04-01-2015, 12:39 PM	#68
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	Probably to bump up the FE numbers. Lighter car requires less power-oriented tune and allows a more efficient one. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

04-01-2015, 12:51 PM	#70
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,943	wow...I like this very much! This is a great looking car. Wish it wasn't such an imitation of the Impala, but then again I can't fault them for it. Both of those cars look fantastic. Interior looks great. 300lb weight loss is very cool. detuned 2.0T, but the weight drop and 8 speed auto will make it as quicker or quicker than the old one. Great job!!!! I think it should easily be a contender in the class. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

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