Data on the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ
Posted: September 16, 2009 in 2006, Chevrolet, Malibu | Tags: 4-Door, Canada market, Chevrolet Malibu, Hatchback, Maxx LTZ
In 2006 Chevrolet released the Malibu Maxx LTZ to the car-buying market. The Malibu came in eight configurations: LS, LT, LTZ, Maxx LS, Maxx LT, Maxx LTZ, SS, and Maxx SS. The Maxx LTZ configuration is powered by the 3.5-liter six-cylinder engine, which makes 32 highway miles and 24 city. The Malibu competes in the Hatchback market segment, in direct competition with Kia.
Chevrolet Malibu Engine Specs
The Malibu Maxx LTZ is equipped with a General Motors 3.5 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 12 valves. The N/A engine is mated to a General Motors 4-speed Transaxle. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Hatchback arena.
The Malibu uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
The fuel system for the 2006 Malibu is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 16.00 gallons.
Vehicle Statistics
The Malibu is 188.30 inches long, 69.90 inches wide, and 57.50 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 106.30 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
There is a 36,000 mile, 36 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 36,000/36 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
The listed retail price in 2006 (MSRP) was $16,365, with an invoice cost of $15,465. This price is above average of the industry average price for a four-door Hatchback.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2006 Malibu gets 32 miles/gallon on the highway and only 24 in the city. This is exceptional for a hatchback car.
In 2005 and 2006 the Malibu Maxx LTZ was availble in the exterior colors of Black, Dark Blue Metallic, Medium Gray Metallic, Sandstone Metallic, Silver Green Metallic, Silverstone Metallic, Sport Red Metallic, and White.
We Think…
The 2005 model began the promise of the Chevrolet Malibu. The 2006 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 Maxx LTZ will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
