Our Review of the 1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS
Posted: August 17, 2009 in 1999, Chevrolet, Malibu | Tags: 4-Door, Chevrolet Malibu, LS, Sedan, United States market
Chevrolet introduced the Malibu LS in late 1998 to regain its grip on the Sedan market. There are 2 trim levels for the Malibu in 1999: . With four doors and spacious seating for five, the front-wheel drive Malibu makes a statement. There is plenty of competition in the Sedan market, including strong offerings from Toyota.
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS Specs
Standard equipment in the Malibu for 1998 and 1999 includes the 3.1 liter engine by General Motors, weighing in at 6 cylinders and twelve valves. A 4-speed Automatic Transaxle puts the power of the Chevrolet engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Malibu.
For the 1999 Malibu, the fuel configuration is a electronic SFI, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 15.00 gallons.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Malibu uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Statistics
The dimensions of the Malibu LS are 69.40 inches wide by 190.40 inches long. It sits 56.40 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 107.00 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The listed retail price in 1999 (MSRP) was $16,000, with a dealer invoice cost of $14,640. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.
A powertrain guarantee is provided (36,000 miles/36 months), and a 36,000 mile, 36 month guarantee also comes with the Chevrolet Malibu. This is average compared to the rest of the car market.
Fuel Efficiency
The Malibu LS received a miles-per-gallon rating of 20 - 22 in-city driving and 29 - 30 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.
What We Think of the Chevrolet Malibu
The 1998 model began the promise of the Chevrolet Malibu. The 1999 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Chevrolet hopes that the Malibu LS will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
