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Vehicles›Make›Chevrolet›Model›Malibu

1997 Chevrolet Malibu

United StatesGasoline2WDSedanUpdated Aug 27, 2026

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Specifications

Vehicle DetailsPowertrainDimensionsEngine & PerformanceDimensions & WeightExteriorInteriorFeaturesSafety & SecurityOther

Vehicle Details

Year
1997
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Malibu
Body Style
Sedan
Generation
2nd Generation
Seats
5
Doors
4
Fuel
Gasoline
Drivetrain
2WD
Transmission
Automatic, 4-speed

Powertrain

Engine Name
3.1 V6 Hydra-Matic
Engine Configuration
V
Power (hp)
157 hp
Power (kW)
116 kW
Torque
251 Nm (185 lb-ft)
Displacement
3,135 cc

Dimensions

Length
4,836 mm (190.4 in)
Width
1,763 mm (69.4 in)
Height
1,433 mm (56.4 in)
Wheelbase
2,718 mm (107.0 in)

Engine & Performance

Engine

Engine Specification
Rev. at Max Power
5,200 rpm
Rev. at Max Torque
4,000 rpm
Engine Fluids
Synthetic Oil (viscosity)
  • 5W-30
  • 5W-40
  • 10W-30
  • 10W-40
Semi-synthetic Oil (viscosity)
  • 5W-30
  • 5W-40
  • 10W-30
  • 10W-40
    • Engine Configuration
    Engine Configuration
    V-Engine
    Type of Combustion Engine
    Piston

    Transmission & Drivetrain

    Transmission
    Automatic, 4-speed

    Dimensions & Weight

    Exterior

    Track, Front
    1,501 mm (59.1 in)
    Track, Rear
    1,506 mm (59.3 in)

    Weight

    Max Roof Load
    75 kg (165 lb)

    Exterior

    Chassis & Body

    Chassis
    Chassis
    Sedan
    Platform
    General Motors Platforms
    N Platform (2nd Generation GMX130)

    Equipment

    Other Equipment
    Sunroof
    Optional

    Interior

    Equipment

    Instrument Cluster
    Tachometer
    Analogue
    Climate Control
    Air Condition
    Yes
    Connectivity
    Radio
    Yes
    Connectivity › Radio

    Features

    Comfort Features

    Keyless Entry
    Optional
    Cruise Control
    Optional

    Safety & Security

    Other Features

    Central Locking
    Yes

    Safety Testing

    IIHS
    Test Year
    1999
    Moderate Overlap Front
    Acceptable
    Head Restraints & Seats
    Poor

    Other

    Car Classification

    American Classification
    Mid-Size Car
    British Classification
    Large Family Car
    Australian Classification
    Medium Car
    European Segment
    D-Segment
    Car.info Classification
    Large Family Car

    Awards

    Motor Trend
    Chevrolet emblemChevrolet1,872 vehicles
    Normal Roof
    Yes

    Lights

    Main Beam
    Halogen
    Low Beam
    Halogen

    Rims & Tires

    Number of Bolts
    5 pcs
    Bolt Distance
    115
    Nut/Bolt Dimensions
    M12x1.5
    Central Bore (CB), front
    70.3
    CD
    Optional
    Cassette
    Optional

    Seats

    Colour & Material
    Upholstery
    Textile

    Trunk

    Rear Trunk
    Yes
    Rear Trunk
    Volume
    465 litres
    Airbags
    Frontal Airbag
    • Driver: Yes
    • Passenger: Yes
    • Rear: -
    Car of the Year
    1997
    MalibuModel8 variants

    €67,000

    MSRP · EUR

    8.9
    Body
    Sedan
    Variant
    Malibu Sedan Generations6 of 15
    Year
    Powertrain
    Horsepower
    157 hp
    Drivetrain
    2WD
    Fuel
    Transmission
    Automatic, 4-speed
    Gasoline