Chevrolet Malibu VI · Hatchback 5 doors · 2003–2006

Chevrolet Malibu 3.8 AT 243 HP

GasolineAutomatic, 5 gearsAll drive
Power
240 hp · 177 kW
Torque
353 Nm
0–100 km/h
7.4 s
Top speed
209 km/h
Fuel consumption
12.4 l/100 km
On a full tank
~550 km
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Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
209 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
7.4 s
Fuel tank
68 l

Engine

k23a1 · 2,300 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
k23a1
Displacement
2,300 cm³
Max power
177 kW / 240 hp
Torque
353 Nm at 4500 rpm
Fuel
A92
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
Turbo
Engine position
In front
Cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
86 mm
Stroke
99 mm
Compression ratio
8.8

Transmission

Drive
All
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
5

Dimensions and capacity

class J
Body type
SUV
Doors
5
Seats
5
Length
4,635 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
1,655 mm
Wheelbase
2,650 mm
Front track
1,572 mm
Rear track
1,590 mm
Ground clearance
159 mm
Kerb weight
1,798 kg
Max weight
2,440 kg
Boot space (min)
787 l
Boot space (max)
1,716 l
Turning circle
11.9 m

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
235/55/R18
Optional tyre sizes
245/45R19
Rim size
7.5j x 18"
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA64.1 5x114.3
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring