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The first Chevrolet Malibu was produced in 1964. Since then it has been one of the most recognized cars of General Motors.

The 2010 Chevrolet Malibu for sale is the seventh generation of the vehicle and is built on a revised version of the long-wheelbase Epsilon platform shared with the Saturn Aura, the Opel Signum, and Pontiac G6. This is the smaller of Chevy’s two midsize sedans and it is assembled in Kansas City and Lake Orion, Michigan.

The 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is available for sale in four trim levels (LS, 1 LT, 2 LT, LTZ), with a choice of two engines and three transmissions. LS and LT have a 169-hp 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine, which is now capable of running on E85 ethanol-blended fuel. LT and LTZ versions use a 6-speed automatic, while LS has a 4-speed automatic transmission. LT and LTZ have an optional 252-hp 3.6-liter V6 that teams with the 6-speed automatic.

All Malibu cars are equipped with: seat-mounted thorax airbags, side-curtain airbags, stability control, traction control, four-wheel antilock disc brakes, and tire pressure monitor. Another advantage is a one-year subscription to OnStar’s Directions and Connections plan, including: automatic crash response, stolen vehicle assistance, remote door unlock, emergency services and roadside assistance, hands-free calling, and vehicle diagnostics. When it comes to gas mileage, the estimated MPG is 22 in the city and 33 on a highway.

With GM ending its minivan line, Chevy has a crossover that will pick up from where the Venture left off. The Traverse is the newest addition to GM’s CUV line built on the same Lambda platform as the Saturn Outlook and the Buick Enclave.

The front fascia is inspired by the styling of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu with its signature crossbar and large grill. The body styling is similar to the Buick Enclave and other GM CUV’s not surprisingly though, interestingly the rear window of the car is similar to the BMW X3.

But the back of the car is where the designers took a few risks. The wing shaped taillights are a unique design and even look slightly like taillights on the Audi Q7 but may they may take some getting used to. The taillights look almost over-powered and slightly disproportionate compared to the enormous tailgate.

The two tone interior is typically Chevrolet. Leather seats and a modern, clean appearance are. There is an emphasis on automotive technology inside such as glowing instrument panel and navigation screen.