Chevrolet Malibu Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2003–2006)

Chevrolet Malibu Engines and Transmissions

Each Chevrolet Malibu engine in this generation is a gasoline unit driving the front wheels through an automatic transmission. The 2.2 AT sedan suits economy-minded daily driving, while the larger 3.5 AT and 3.9 AT versions add relaxed acceleration and quieter highway cruising. This drivetrain layout keeps maintenance simple and predictable.

Sedan — Chevrolet Malibu Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Chevrolet Malibu Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
2.2 AT	Gasoline	2198 cm³	147 hp	108 kW	210 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
3.9 AT	Gasoline	3880 cm³	243 hp	179 kW	326 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
3.5 AT	Gasoline	3498 cm³	200 hp	147 kW	304 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD

Hatchback 5-door — Chevrolet Malibu Engines and Transmissions

Hatchback 5-door Chevrolet Malibu Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
3.5 AT	Gasoline	3498 cm³	203 hp	149 kW	298 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
3.8 AT	Gasoline	3791 cm³	243 hp	179 kW	326 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD

Chevrolet Malibu Dimensions

Sedan — Chevrolet Malibu Dimensions

Sedan Chevrolet Malibu Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Ground clearance, minimum
2.2 AT	4783 mm	1776 mm	1461 mm	2700 mm	1440 kg	155 mm
3.9 AT	4783 mm	1776 mm	1461 mm	2700 mm	1549 kg	155 mm
3.5 AT	4783 mm	1776 mm	1461 mm	2700 mm	1504 kg	155 mm

Hatchback 5-door — Chevrolet Malibu Dimensions

Hatchback 5-door Chevrolet Malibu Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Ground clearance, minimum
3.5 AT	4770 mm	1773 mm	1476 mm	2852 mm	1600 kg	155 mm
3.8 AT	4770 mm	1773 mm	1476 mm	2852 mm	1670 kg	155 mm

Chevrolet Malibu Cargo Space

Sedan — Chevrolet Malibu Cargo Space

Sedan Chevrolet Malibu Cargo Space
Modification	Trunk volume min
2.2 AT	436 l
3.9 AT	436 l
3.5 AT	436 l

Hatchback 5-door — Chevrolet Malibu Cargo Space

Hatchback 5-door Chevrolet Malibu Cargo Space
Modification	Trunk volume min	Trunk volume max
3.5 AT	646 l	1161 l
3.8 AT	646 l	1161 l

Chevrolet Malibu Trims and Equipment

Chevrolet Malibu trim levels sit on top of a technical version rather than replacing it, so one powertrain can appear with different equipment. The 3.5 AT sedan, for example, is listed with LS equipment. Comparing trims matters most for comfort, safety and convenience features, since the mechanical package stays the same.

Chevrolet Malibu Trims and Equipment
Modification	Body	Equipment
3.5 AT	Sedan	LS

Chevrolet Malibu Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2003–2006) — Sixth Generation