Next-Gen 2016 Chevy Malibu to Offer Hybrid Model

New 2016 Chevy Malibu Hybrid Technology

Drivers familiar with the Chevy model lineup know all about the class-leading 2015 Chevy Malibu and its thrilling combination of power and fuel economy numbers. While we all love the Malibu and its brand of performance, the excitement surrounding the release of the 2016 Chevy Malibu is reaching a fever pitch as we draw closer to its unveiling. As promised, Chevy officials are slowly releasing more and more details about the next-generation Chevy Malibu and the most recent development is the reveal of a hybrid powertrain. Take a look at the new 2016 Chevy Malibu Hybrid technology and discover a new level of Chevy efficiency.

The new Chevy Malibu Hybrid promises horsepower-driven excitement in addition to anemic fuel economy ratings from an innovative hybrid powertrain. With a power platform based on the 2016 Chevy Volt drive unit, the 2016 Chevy Malibu Hybrid is expected to achieve a monumental 45 mpg combined rating that will easily surpass other hybrid competitors like the Ford Fusion Hybrid and Toyota Camry Hybrid.

Under the hood, the next-gen Malibu Hybrid will feature an all-new 1.8-liter direct-injection four-cylinder engine that will pair with a two-motor electric drive unit. The power platform provides incredible power from a hybrid standpoint, producing 182 horsepower when accelerating. An 80-cell, 1.5 kWh lithium-ion battery system will employ the electrical power for the power platform and is capable of achieving 55 mph on pure electric power.

Additional hybrid technology can be found throughput the new 2016 Chevy Malibu Hybrid design that works to increase fuel economy and efficiency. This Chevy model will represent Chevy’s first application of Exhaust Gas Heat Recovery (EGHR) technology, which will recycle exhaust heat to warm the cabin, improving engine warm up and fuel economy consistency in the winter months. Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) will also benefit efficiency numbers alongside a regenerative braking system.

The more we learn about the next-generation 2016 Chevy Malibu at McCluskey Chevrolet, the more excited we become for its arrival at the end of 2015. The new 2016 Chevy Malibu Hybrid technology is just one more element that drives that excitement to new heights. Keep an eye on the McCluskey Chevrolet Blog for more up-to-date information on the new 2016 Chevy Malibu.