Chevrolet Malibu ECO

Posted on 04.24.2011 12:00
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Chevrolet | sedan | hybrid cars | New York Auto Show | Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 | Cars | Car Reviews | Chevrolet Next to the 2013 Malibu, Chevrolet also brought at the New York Auto Show the Eco version, a model that comes equipped with new fuel-saving eAssist technology. The new Eco version will be sold next to the Malibu LS, LT and LTZ version starting the summer of 2012."The Malibu ECO is a smart choice for customers who want excellent fuel economy without the price premium of popular hybrid sedans," said Rick Scheidt, vice president of Chevrolet marketing. "The Malibu ECO?s 38-mpg highway estimate is comparable with those hybrids. Malibu ECO exemplifies Chevrolet?s drive to use technology that delivers high-value, gas-friendly performance. In fact, the Malibu ECO delivers the fuel economy of a compact car in a midsize sedan."The eAssist system uses a state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery and an electric motor-generator to enable regenerative braking electric assist and start-stop functionality. With this system the new Malibu Eco will deliver an impressive 26 mpg on city driving and 38 mpg on the highway.Hit the jump to read more about the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Eco. Chevrolet Malibu ECO originally appeared on topspeed.com on Sunday, 24 April 2011 12:00 EST. read more

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