2012 Chevrolet Malibu

# Carfax Report This **CARFAX 1-Owner Vehicle** has been **personally owned** and was **last owned in Illinois**, offering a straightforward ownership history. The CARFAX report includes **25 detailed records**, providing useful documentation of the vehicles history. Its single-owner personal-use background can support confidence when evaluating its overall reliability. Visit our reputable dealership to see this wonderful vehicleour team is committed to helping you find the right vehicle before it is sold. # 2012 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan ## Vehicle Quick Highlights The **2012 Chevrolet Malibu LS** is a comfortable and practical midsize sedan featuring a **2.4L ECOTEC four-cylinder engine, 6-speed automatic transmission, front-wheel drive, seating for five, a spacious interior, generous trunk capacity, and excellent everyday usability**. Its smooth road manners and well-designed cabin make it an attractive choice for commuting, family transportation, school, work, and highway travel. ## Safety and Security Features The Malibu LS provides an extensive selection of safety equipment, including **four-wheel anti-lock brakes, StabiliTrak electronic stability control, traction control, dual-stage front airbags, front-seat-mounted side-impact airbags, head-curtain side-impact airbags, tire-pressure monitoring, LATCH child-seat anchors, rear child safety door locks, daytime running lamps, automatic headlamps, and an engine immobilizer/theft-deterrent system**. These features provide additional confidence for drivers and passengers during everyday travel. ## Entertainment and Technology Features Entertainment equipment includes an **AM/FM stereo, CD player, MP3 playback capability, auxiliary audio input, six-speaker audio system, digital information display, and convenient steering-wheel controls where equipped**. The Malibu's straightforward dashboard layout makes important controls easy to access. ## Performance Features The 2012 Malibu LS combines a **2.4L ECOTEC four-cylinder engine with a 6-speed automatic transmission** for smooth and predictable performance. Its four-wheel independent suspension, power-assisted steering, front-wheel-drive layout, four-wheel disc brakes, stability control, and traction control contribute to comfortable and confident road manners. ## Engine Type Under the hood is a **2.4-liter ECOTEC DOHC four-cylinder gasoline engine with Variable Valve Timing**. This proven naturally aspirated engine configuration provides a practical balance of performance and efficiency for daily transportation. ## Cylinder Configuration The Malibu uses an **inline four-cylinder, 16-valve DOHC configuration**. It produces approximately **169 horsepower and 160 lb-ft of torque**, providing capable acceleration for city streets and highway driving. ## Drivetrain This Malibu features **front-wheel drive paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission**. The combination provides predictable handling, smooth operation, and practical everyday efficiency. ## Fuel Type The 2.4L ECOTEC engine runs on **regular unleaded gasoline**, helping keep routine fueling straightforward and convenient. ## Performance With approximately **169 horsepower, 160 lb-ft of torque, a 6-speed automatic transmission, independent suspension, and electronic stability control**, the Malibu delivers smooth and composed everyday performance. Its suspension is tuned to provide the comfortable ride quality buyers expect from a midsize sedan. ## Comfort & Convenience Inside, the Malibu LS offers a comfortable five-passenger cabin with **front bucket seats, air conditioning, power windows, power door locks, power exterior mirrors, remote keyless entry, cruise control, tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, driver information center, multiple cupholders, interior storage compartments, rear-window defroster, and a folding rear seat**. Its spacious layout makes it an excellent choice for both daily commuting and longer tri