Chevrolet is going to launch a new 2016 Malibu hybrid LT with a starting price of $28,645. This time, Chevrolet has designed a fuel economy car. According to the price, the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid LT is more expensive than the Ford Fusion Hybrid and the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, but slightly cheaper than the Toyota Camry Hybrid 2016 Sedan Version.
2016 Chevrolet Malibu buyers are expected to only add an extra $6,145 for the Hybrid, with the base Malibu hovering at $22,500, which also covers destination, according to Herald Current.
The 2016 Malibu Hybrid LT works like other hybrids and it also runs on same electric power for small distances. But this is appropriate before the gas engine takes over, and further, the electric engine supports the engine while the car accelerates up to 55 miles per hour. Highway fuel economy for the car is estimated at 45mpg and 47mpg mixed.
Steve Majoros, the marketing director of Chevrolet Cars and Crossovers, said in a statement that Malibu is managed with knowledge and technology obtained straight from 2nd genration Volt sedan. He also said that the company is growing their quality of expertise and less on verified to provide customers with the world-class hybrid technology, according to Northern California.
The new Malibu Hybrid will be available with a Chevrolet MyLink radio with 7-inch touch screen, 10 airbags, push-button start, Apple CarPlay, cruise control, Android Auto compatibility, front pedestrian braking, lane keeps assist, low-speed front automatic braking, and teen driver monitoring features.
The engine module is constructed with a 1.8-liter direct-injected Ecotec engine, improved especially for a hybrid frame. It is also the first in-vehicle system in the industry that allows parents to oversee information on how their teenagers drove the vehicle that can lead to a strengthened safe driving modes.