2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT Trim Overview

Additional safety and convenience features come with the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT1 trim. This front-wheel-drive midsize sedan adds stability control to the already standard traction control, 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes, and dual front-side and side curtain airbags for both rows. It also gets larger 17-inch chrome wheels with all-season tires. In the cabin, the driver gets a 2-way power seat and the front passenger seat now folds flat for additional cargo space beyond the 15-cubic-foot trunk. Audio controls for the CD/MP3 (with radio data) player join the cruise controls in the 2008 Malibu LT1.

The sedan is powered by a 160-hp, 2.4-liter DOCH Ecotec inline four engine and 4-speed automatic, but a more-powerful 252-hp, 3.6-liter DOHC V6 with 6-speed automatic is available. In addition to the above features, other safety equipment includes OnStar with navigation, a tire monitor, halogen lamps, automatic headlights, and foglights. 18-inch alloy wheels can be added. The sedan seats four with 42 inches of legroom up front and 37 in the back. It offers four cupholders and two front power outlets. A back seat power outlet is optional.

Power windows, locks, and mirrors; remote entry; satellite radio; tilt and telescopic steering; and a trip computer make up some of the standard features. You also get intermittent wipers, a temperature display, tachometer, and hands-free phone controls. Moving up to the LT1 gets you a few more options, including a sunroof. This joins a 6-way power driver's seat, TAPshift on the steering wheel, power-adjustable pedals, a 6-CD changer, remote start, and a cargo net.