2010 Chevrolet Cars Buyer's Guide

2010 Chevrolet Malibu

Essentially a carryover from 2009, the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (view photos) features a 6-speed automatic transmission standard on 1LT models, 17-inch Chrome Tech aluminum wheels standard on 2LT models, power-adjustable driver-side lumbar instead of manual lumbar on all models, and five new exterior colors. The Hybrid model is also no longer available in 2010.

• 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine is now E85-capable
• Six-speed automatic transmission now standard on Malibu 1LT models
• 17-inch Chrome Tech aluminum wheels standard on Malibu 2LT (4-cylinder models)
• Power-adjustable driver-side lumbar replaces manual lumbar on all models
• Malibu Hybrid model discontinued for 2010
• New exterior colors: White Diamond Tricoat, Mocha Steel Metallic and Taupe Gray Metallic replace Dark Gray Metallic, Golden Pewter Metallic and Silver Moss Metallic