How many miles can a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu last?
Chevrolet Malibus are known to last between 150,000 to 200,000 miles. Barring any unforeseen problems, your Chevrolet Malibu should be on the road for up to 13 years or more with proper maintenance if you drive an average of 15,000 miles per year.
Is the 2006 Chevy Malibu a good car?
Roomy, safe and well equipped, the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu offers excellent value but can’t match the handling dynamics and refinement of the class leaders.
How long does a Malibu engine last?
The Chevrolet Malibu mid-sized car has an average life expectancy of between 100,000 and 150,000 miles. This is usually a time period of 10 to 15 years or more.
Lackluster interior, subpar brakes and steering, base four-cylinder down on power for this class, no stability control or manual gearbox. Roomy, safe and well equipped, the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu offers excellent value but can’t match the handling dynamics and refinement of the class leaders.
What’s the name of the new Chevy Malibu?
The Chevrolet Malibu gets a few updates for 2006. Most interesting is a new performance-oriented SS trim level that features a 240-horsepower V6 engine. Chevy has also juggled the existing trim levels: the base model is now called the LS, the former LS is now the LT, and last year’s LT is now the LTZ.
What kind of suspension does a Chevy Malibu have?
A softly tuned but composed suspension gives the 2006 Chevy Malibu a smooth ride and predictable handling in the corners. Unfortunately, the car’s electric steering ruins the fun by providing too much power assist much of the time. The SS fares much better with its traditional hydraulic power steering and sport-tuned suspension.
What kind of engine does a Chevy Malibu have?
LS and LT models come with a 2.2-liter, four-cylinder engine rated at 144 horsepower. Standard on LTZ models and optional on LT models is a 200-hp, 3.5-liter V6. The SS comes with a 3.9-liter V6 with 240 hp.