blazerdude20 Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 My link Launching with the 2.4-liter eAssist engine isn't automotive altruism, though. GM moved the Malibu's development ahead about six months, so it'll launch about the same time as the '13 Ford Fusion/Mondeo, and possibly a few months ahead of the '13 Honda Accord, Nissan Altima, and Mazda6. The 2.5 simply wasn't ready for accelerated program development. Read more: http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/sedans/1109_2013_chevrolet_malibu_eco/#ixzz1YEYnd3AV ... Chevrolet offered us only the Eco version of this new Malibu, since the non-eAssist 2.5-liter four isn't ready yet. Like the Buick Regal and LaCrosse eAssist models, the 2.4-liter Ecotec four's eAssist replaces the alternator with a 15-kW motor generator connected to a 115-volt lithium-ion powerpack tucked behind the rear seat, eating up some trunk space and producing regenerative braking. Chevy expects the EPA will give it a healthy 26/38 city/highway mpg estimate when it's tested later. Read more: http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/sedans/1109_2013_chevrolet_malibu_eco/#ixzz1YEYx31As Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANTAUS Posted September 18, 2011 Share Posted September 18, 2011 So the new Malibu will have 26/38 under Eco...it'll give the Fusion something to aim for. If rumors are true, the Fusion will have a 1.6LEB while Malibu is still a time behind with a 2.5L being their entry engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vision street wear Posted September 18, 2011 Share Posted September 18, 2011 So the new Malibu will have 26/38 under Eco...it'll give the Fusion something to aim for. If rumors are true, the Fusion will have a 1.6LEB while Malibu is still a time behind with a 2.5L being their entry engine. ChEP 2.5L I4 base engine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papilgee4evaeva Posted September 22, 2011 Share Posted September 22, 2011 So the new Malibu will have 26/38 under Eco...it'll give the Fusion something to aim for. If rumors are true, the Fusion will have a 1.6LEB while Malibu is still a time behind with a 2.5L being their entry engine. Albeit a NEW 2.5! I wouldn't count it out until they release its power numbers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted September 22, 2011 Share Posted September 22, 2011 Ahhh....Iron Duke II....return of the duke!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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