The 2019 Chevrolet Malibu refresh introduces a new RS trim level (aka equipment group) that offers a sportier appearance compared to other Malibu models.
2019 Malibu RS Features
The 2019 Malibu RS includes the following features:
- Powertrain:
- Â Exterior:
- 18-inch black chrome finish aluminum wheels wrapped in 245/45R18 all-season blackwall tires
- Black sport grille
- Black bowtie emblems
- Black roof-top antenna
- Rear spoiler
- Dual-outlet exhaust
- Black outside mirrors
- Interior:
- Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with controls for audio, phone and cruise
- Leather-wrapped shift knob
- Black cloth seats
- Standard 8-inch diagonal color touchscreen running the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system with:
- AM/FM stereo
- Bluetooth audio streaming for 2 active devices
- Voice command pass-through to phone
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capable
- 6-speaker audio system
- Single-zone manual air conditioning/HVAC
- Rear Vision Camera
- 8-way power driver seat adjuster with power lumbar control
- 6-way manual passenger seat adjuster
- Features common to all 2019 Malibu models, including Malibu RS:
- 10 total airbags
- Passenger assist handle
- Cabin air filter
- Teen Driver feature
- 60/40 split-folding rear seat
- Rear Seat Reminder
- Manual tilt and telescoping steering column
- Temperature display (outside temperature)
- Anti-theft alarm
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Power locks
- Power windows with express-down on all windows
- Other:
- Compact spare with steel wheel (16″ / 40.6 cm) and tire (T125/80R16)
2019 Malibu RS Prices
The 2019 Malibu RS will start at $24,995, including an $875 destination charge.
2019 Malibu RS Availability &Â Introduction Date
The 2019 Malibu RS will become available in the third quarter of 2018 as a 2019 vehicle.
The model is assigned trim level (equipment group) code 1SP and model number 1ZC69.
2019 Malibu RSÂ Nomenclature
The “RS” stands for Rally Sport and is Chevy’s sporty appearance trim designation.
2019 Malibu RSÂ Review
GM Authority drove the 2019 Malibu RS in August 2018. Read out 2019 Malibu RS first drive.
2019 Malibu RS Specs
2019 Chevrolet Malibu RS Overview
| Model year: | 2019 |
| Manufacturer: | General Motors Company |
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Malibu |
| Trim levels: | RS |
| Body styles: | Four-door sedan |
| Class: | Midsize sedan |
| Manufacturing location (USA): | Kansas City, Kansas, USA |
| Manufacturing location (China): | Shanghai GM Jinqiao North, Shanghai, China |
| Manufacturing location (Eurasia): | Bupyeong, South Korea |
| Key competitors: | Ford Fusion, Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Nissan Altima, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, Volkswagen Passat, Chrysler 200, Mazda6, Subaru Legacy, |
2019 Chevrolet Malibu RS Powertrain & Fuel Economy
| Engine RPO Code | LFV |
| Displacement: | 1.5L |
| Configuration: | I-4 DOHC |
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Aspiration: | Turbocharged |
| Valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection: | Direct Injected |
| Fuel-saving tech: | VVT, auto stop-start |
| Power (hp / kW @ RPM): | 160 / 119.3 @ 5700 |
| Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ RPM): | 184 / 248.4 @ 2500-3000 |
| Transmission: | CVT |
| Transmission RPO code: | MRG |
| Final drive ratio: | 5.10 |
| City fuel economy (mpg): | TBD |
| Highway fuel economy (mpg): | TBD |
| Combined fuel economy (mpg): | TBD |
2019 Chevrolet Malibu RS Chassis & Suspension
| Front suspension: | MacPherson strut with dual-path mountings, specifically tuned coil springs, direct-acting stabilizer bar (hollow); hydraulic ride bushings |
| Rear suspension: | Four-link independent rear; hollow stabilizer bar |
| Steering type: | Rack-mounted electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning circle (ft. / m): | 37 / 11.5 |
2019 Chevrolet Malibu RS Brakes
| Location: | Front | Rear |
| Brake type: | Four-wheel disc with four-channel ABS and brake pre-fill |
| Brake rotor size (in / mm): | 11.8 / 300 vented, with FNC-treated Duralife rotors | 11.3 / 287 solid, with FNC-treated Duralife rotors |
2019 Chevrolet Malibu RS Wheels & Tires
| Wheel Size | Tire Size |
| 18 x 8.0-in. aluminum: | P245/45R18 all-season |
2019 Chevrolet Malibu RS Exterior Dimensions
| Wheelbase (in. / mm): | 111.4 / 2830 |
| Overall length (in. / mm): | 193.8 / 4923 |
| Overall width (in. / mm): | 73 / 1854 |
| Overall height (in. / mm): | 57.6 / 1463 |
| Front track (in. mm): | 62.6 / 1590 |
| Rear track (in. mm): | 62.5 / 1588 |
2019 Chevrolet Malibu RS Interior Dimensions
| Location: | Front | Rear |
| Headroom (in / mm): | 40.1 / 1018 | 37.5 / 953 |
| Legroom (in. / mm): | 45.3 / 1150 | 38.1 / 967 |
| Shoulder room (in. / mm): | 58.5 / 1486 | 57.1 / 1450 |
| Hip room (in. / mm): | 54.1 / 1374 | 53.4 / 1356 |
2019 Chevrolet Malibu RS Weights & Capacities
| Curb weight (lb / kg): | 3135 / 1422 |
| EPA passenger volume (cu ft / L): | 102.9 / 2314 |
| Cargo volume (cu ft / L): | 15.8 / 447 |
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