2002
Chevrolet Malibu reviews and buying guide.
2002 Chevrolet Malibu
The 2002 Chevrolet Malibu
offers a refined appearance and adds safety and convenience
features for buyers who want a well-equipped midsize
sedan priced lower than most popular imports.
"Malibu’s standard
equipment now includes a CD player for 2002, plus our
continuing standard equipment, which includes a V6 engine,
automatic transmission, air conditioning and antilock
brakes," says Brand Manager Lew Elbert. "Malibu
is a car for practical, family-centered people who need
dependable transportation for everyday life."
New for 2002
In 2002, Malibu’s
smallest passengers will benefit from a new LATCH system
(Lower Anchor and Top tethers for Children), which,
when combined with a top shelf tether, enables adults
to securely install LATCH-compatible child seats without
using the seatbelt. Rear child seat anchors are located
in the floorpan with an attachment at the juncture of
seat cushion and seat back, taking the worry and guesswork
out of child safety seat installation.
Three new exterior colors
join the Malibu and Malibu LS palette for 2002: Dark
Tropic Teal, Medium Green Pearl and Redfire Metallic,
bringing the total to eight. A new 15-inch alloy wheel,
with a bright machined face, graces the Malibu LS model.
Radios on all LS models
feature a new 100-watt, two-channel subwoofer system,
which improves sound quality. Floor mats have also been
added as standard equipment on all models.
Proven powertrain
Ordering Malibu is simple.
A proven 3.1-liter SFI V6 engine, generating 170 horsepower
and 190 lb-ft of torque, is the sole engine on Malibu
models, and an electronically controlled 4-speed automatic
transmission is the only transmission. Four-wheel independent
suspension, standard 15-inch all-season radial tires
and rack-and-pinion power steering contribute to Malibu’s
great ride and handling.
Standard features
Malibu’s well-equipped-vehicle
approach also includes programmable power door locks,
an electric rear window defogger, AM/FM stereo radio
with CD player, child security and lock-out protection
features, a full gauge package with tachometer, rear
seat heating ducts, theatre lighting, tilt steering
column, remote electric trunk release and battery rundown
protection. LS customers also get cruise control, power
windows, remote keyless entry, custom cloth bucket seats
with six-way power on the driver’s side, dual remote
electric outside rear view mirrors, split-folding rear
seat, fog lamps and 15-inch cast aluminum wheels.
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