2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco Priced Under $26,000 Hybrid-like fuel efciency for a non-hybrid-like price DETROIT The

e all-new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco midsize sedan will start at $25,995 when it arrives in dealerships in the rst quarter next year, reinforcing the value proposition of the midsize segment's longest-running nameplate. The suggested retail price includes a $760 destination charge but excludes tax, title, license and dealer fees. The 2013 Malibu Eco is Chevrolet's most fuel-efcient Malibu ever. It is the rst Chevrolet to feature General Motors' eAssist battery electric/gas propulsion system, which uses a state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery and an electric motor-generator to enable regenerative braking, electric assist and start-stop functionality. That helps deliver a GM-estimated 26 mpg in city driving and 38 mpg on the highway. Malibu Eco's highway efciency is comparable the segment's popular full hybrids and diesels, but delivered at a lower price: 2012 Ford Fusion Hybrid $29,395 / 36 mpg 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI SE Diesel (with automatic) $27,895 / 40 mpg 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid $26,660 / 39 mpg 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid $26,545 / 40 mpg Malibu Eco is part of the all-new, 2013 Malibu lineup Chevrolet's rst global midsize sedan designed to give customers more style, fuel efciency, content and features, along with the craftsmanship and dynamic capabilities rivaling high-end sedans. It has a more powerful engine 182 hp / 134 kW than the Fusion (156 hp / 116 kW), Camry (178 hp / 132 kW) or Passat (140 hp / 104 kW). Product highlights for North American models include: Expressive exterior designed to stand out, with a wide, athletic stance Aerodynamically optimized exterior, including underbody aero enhancements and electronically controlled shutters in the lower grille that close at higher speeds to push more air over and around the vehicle All-new, Chevrolet-signature dual-cockpit interior that is more spacious, features premium materials and is engineered to be the quietest in the midsize segment First Chevrolet car to offer new Chevrolet MyLink connectivity, which integrates online services such as Pandora Internet radio and Stitcher SmartRadio European-inuenced ride and handling traits More safety features and technologies, including eight standard air bags, ultra-highstrength steel and rearview camera system. Additional fuel-saving features include:

Eco-specic lightweight components and systems, including an aluminum hood, aluminum rear bumper beam, low-mass carpet and dash mat and more, which save approximately 130 pounds (58 kg) over a comparably equipped non-ECO model An Eco gauge in the cluster that continuously responds to driving behavior, encouraging fuel-efcient driving. An Auto Stop Indicator on the tachometer informs the driver when the engine is in start-stop mode Seventeen-inch low-rolling-resistance all-season Goodyear tires The eAssist system mated to a fuel-efcient 2.4L Ecotec direct-injection four-cylinder engine and next-generation six-speed automatic transmission. The 2.4L engine, a variant of the same engine that was recognized as one of Ward's Ten Best Engines in 2010, is lightweight and features dual-overhead cams, direct injection, continuously variable intake and exhaust timing and electronic throttle control. It also has a lightweight aluminum cylinder block and cylinder head. A ve-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, as well as a three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper limited warranty is standard on the Malibu Eco. Certain eAssist components are covered by an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty, including the electric motor generator, three-phase electric power cables and high-voltage lithium-ion battery. The Malibu Eco is offered with cloth or leather seats in eight exterior and three interior color choices. It is well-equipped in standard form and available with four equipment packages: Package 1 Power Convenience; Package 2 Premium Audio; Package 3 Leather; and Package 4 Navigation. Standard powertrain and chassis content: Ecotec 2.4L direct injection with continuously variable valve timing and eAssist technology, rated at 182 horsepower (135 kW) Six-speed automatic transmission with tap-shift control 2.64:1 axle ratio Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS Regenerative braking Grade braking control Panic brake assist Electronic park brake with push button StabiliTrak electronic stability control system Electric power steering (rack-mounted) MacPherson strut front suspension Four-link rear suspension Seventeen-inch ve-spoke aluminum wheels P225/55R17 all-season low-rolling-resistance Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max tires Standard exterior content: Active front lower grille aero shutters and aerodynamic underbody panels Projector-beam headlamps with automatic exterior lamp control Heated, power-adjustable outside mirrors (body color) Fin-type combined OnStar/SiriusXM Satellite Radio antenna (body color)

Acoustic-laminated, solar-absorbing glass Intermittent windshield wipers with structureless blades Standard interior content: Chevrolet MyLink Six-inch-deep illuminated (when headlamps are on) hidden storage behind articulating touch screen radio face Air conditioning dual zone automatic climate control with odor lter Audio system: AM/FM stereo with CD with MP3 playback and auxiliary input jack Seven-inch-diagonal color touch screen for the audio system USB port for the audio system SiriusXM Satellite Radio Six-speaker sound system Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity Cruise control Remote keyless entry Power windows with express down feature Power door and window locks Driver information center Tilt and telescopic steering column Steering wheel audio and cruise controls Ice blue ambient lighting Driver's footrest Overhead console Compass display Two auxiliary power outlets Rear center armrest with storage Standard safety content: OnStar with six months of Directions and Connections plan, including Automatic Crash Response, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote Door Unlock, and more. Dual-stage frontal air bags Driver and front passenger thorax side-impact air bags Driver and front passenger knee air bags Head curtain side-impact air bags (front and rear outboard seating positions) Safety belt pretensioners Tire pressure monitoring system Package 1 Power Convenience includes all standard equipment plus: Eight-way power driver's seat with lumbar control Rearview backup camera system Remote start Auto-dimming inside rearview mirror Universal garage door opener Package 2 Premium Audio includes all content in Package 1 plus:

Pioneer nine-speaker audio system with high-output amplier Fog lamps Leather-wrapped shifter knob and steering wheel Package 3 Leather includes all content in Package 2 plus: Leather-trimmed seating Eight-way power-adjustable front passenger seat with lumbar control Heated front seats Package 4 Navigation includes all content in Package 3 plus: Navigation system Memory seats and mirrors Auto-up driver's window A power-operated sunroof is available on Packages 1, 2, 3 and 4. Exterior Color Choices: Silver Ice Metallic Black Granite Metallic Summit White Crystal Red Tintcoat White Diamond Tricoat Taupe Gray Metallic Steel Blue Metallic (late availability) Champagne Silver Metallic (late availability) Interior Color/Trim Choices: Jet Black Jet Black/Titanium Cocoa/Light Neutral The Eco is the rst trim level of an all-new Malibu lineup to launch in the United States. Other Malibu trim levels including LS, LT and LTZ are scheduled to begin production next summer in Fairfax, Kan. and Detroit-Hamtramck. The 2013 Malibu will be sold in nearly 100 countries on six continents and will serve as a agship Chevrolet midsize in many parts of the world. The Malibu is built in multiple locations including the United States, China and Korea. About Chevrolet Founded in Detroit in 1911, Chevrolet celebrates its centennial as a global automotive brand with annual sales of about 4.25 million vehicles in more than 120 countries. Chevrolet provides consumers with fuel-efcient, safe and reliable vehicles that deliver high quality, expressive design, spirited performance and value. The Chevrolet portfolio includes iconic performance cars such as Corvette and Camaro; dependable, longlasting pickups and SUVs such as Silverado and Suburban; and award-winning passenger cars and crossovers such as Sonic, Cruze, Malibu, Equinox and Traverse.

Chevrolet also offers "gas-friendly solutions including Cruze Eco and Volt. Cruze Eco offers 42 mpg highway while Volt offers 35 miles of electric, gasoline-free driving and an additional 344 miles of extended gasoline range, according to EPA estimates. Most new Chevrolet models offer OnStar safety, security and convenience technologies including OnStar Hands-Free Calling, Automatic Crash Response and Stolen Vehicle Slowdown. More information regarding Chevrolet models, fuel solutions, and OnStar availability can be found at www.chevrolet.com.