2018 Chevrolet Malibu Interior & Cargo Space Review

There’s an on-going trend among midsize sedans these days: these used-to-be-boring executive sedans are going sexier and sportier than ever. Chevrolet Philippines’ entry, the 2018 Malibu, is up to speed with that trend but it has something up its sleeve that the other entries don’t have – an Earth color-themed cabin to match the seemingly peculiar layout.

A tan cabin may be polarizing, but I can vouch that there’s more than meets the eye with the Malibu’s overall cabin offering. Here’s a closer look.

Interior: Dauntless with a tad hint of class

The Malibu’s cabin initially struck me as confident as the lines are all over the place, to the point that it looked like the layout was lifted out of a concept vehicle. Beyond the brave design execution, it didn’t take me a while to get used to all of the knobs and soft buttons that are clustered correctly according to usage. It instantly felt like home.

The soft, brown leather make for a homey cabin experience, albeit, the faux-wood trims add a bit of class to the rather eccentric aura – not really a big fan but it’s a pass. The steering wheel material can be improved a bit, though. Good thing it has the right size and thickness. If there’s any gripe, it would be with the placement of the volume buttons, which are positioned behind the steering wheel. A bit weird at first; I engaged the button once or twice to downshift but I ended up moving on to the next song on my Spotify playlist.

As for space, the Malibu employs plenty of it whether you’re in the front or the back. The sloping roofline isn’t bothersome at all while you’re seated, but you would need to be really careful when alighting the vehicle. The low roofline was a problem depending on your height. Nevertheless, the air-conditioning keeps every occupant cozy, delivered by huge sets of air vents.

Lastly, the Malibu’s suspension setup caters to sporty drives while still having room for a comfortable pass over road imperfections. It isn’t perfect but it almost is.

Cargo Space: Wide with useless expansion

With the backrests erect, the Malibu’s trunk space volume is at 455 liters, presented horizontally rather than vertically. This means it could fit wide cargo like a child stroller or a golf club set without any problems at all, but tall items like a water gallon would be impossible. However, with the competing names like the Mazda6 sedan, Honda Accord, or Toyota Camry lacking specific trunk volume measurements on their spec sheets, I can only compare the volume through my experience with the other cars. In this case, the Malibu would be second to the Accord.

You can expand the luggage space further by folding the rear seats via two levers found at the trunk. However, the aperture of the hole that connects the trunk to the rear cabin is too small but hey, expansion is still an expansion. A win is a win.

2018 Chevrolet Malibu Interior Photo Gallery

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Specifications

Engine

2.0 L

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Performance

250 hp @ 5,300 rpm

Transmission

Automatic

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Summary

Name	Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 AT LTZ
Body Type	Sedan
Price	₱ 2,131,888
Transmission Type	Automatic

Engine

Engine Size	2.0 L
Displacement	1,998 cc
Number of Cylinders	4
Number of Valves	16
Transmission Category	6-Speed Automatic with Active Select

Performance

Drivetrain	Front-Wheel Drive
Max Output (HP)	250 hp @ 5,300 rpm
Max Torque (nm)	353 Nm @ 2,000 rpm
Acceleration Rate	n/a
Top Speed	n/a

Economy & Environment

Fuel Type	Gasoline
CO2 Emission	n/a
Fuel Capacity	62 L
Fuel Consumption	n/a
Range	n/a

Dimensions

Length	4,923 mm
Width	1,854 mm
Height	1,470 mm
Wheelbase	2,829 mm
Turning Circle	11.3 m
Ground Clearance	151 mm
Wading Depth	n/a
Trunk Capacity	455 L
Max Cargo	455 L
Number of Doors	4
Number of Seats	5

Safety & Security

Driver's Airbag
Front Passenger's Airbag
Side Airbag
Curtain Airbag
Knee Airbag
Electronic Brake Distribution
ABS With Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Traction Control and Brake Assist
Immobilizer
Security Alarm
Stability Control
Electronic Door Locks
Speed Sensing Door Locks
ISOFIX
Lane Departure Warning System
Blind-Spot Detection System

Features

Cruise Control
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
Leather Upholstery
Push Start Button
Wheel Size	18 in
Wheels Metal Type	Aluminum
Airconditioning System	Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control with Automatic Air Recirculation Sensor
Entertainment System	8-inch MyLink touchscreen multimedia system via 9 BOSE Premium Sound System speakers
Connectivity	Aux, USB, and Bluetooth w/ Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility
Navigation Ready
Warranty	5 Years (100,000 km)
Keyless Entry
Roof Rack
Sunroof
Electric Adjustable Seats
Power Steering
Power Windows
Power Outlet
Steering Wheel Audio Control

Technology

Active Park Assist
Hill Start Assist
AWD Modes	n/a
Tire Pressure Monitoring
Heads-up Display
Power Liftgate
Start-stop System

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