2008 Chevrolet Malibu: Highest Ranked Midsize Car in Initial Quality Study

The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is the highest-ranking midsize car in initial quality in the 2008 IQS conducted by J. D. Power and Associates. The midsize sedan segment is the backbone of the domestic auto industry, and sales of midsize cars have overtaken other segments, especially in the light of the U.S. new-vehicle market shifting back to cars, rather than pickups and SUVs.

The Chevrolet Malibu midsize sedan was redesigned for 2008 and features fresh styling, more available power, and some more safety features. The Malibu shares its basic design with the Pontiac G6, and is the smaller of Chevy's two midsize sedans. The 2008 Malibu can seat five, is 6 inches longer in wheelbase and 3 inches longer overall, and available in LS, LT and LTZ trim. The Malibu Maxx hatchback makes an exit for 2008. A gas/electric Hybrid model is part of the lineup. The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has bowled over car buyers in the highly competitive midsize segment, as well as the automotive press, which has deemed it as 2008 North American Car of the Year. EPA estimates fuel economy at 24 mpg city/32 mpg highway, mileage figures which are impressive in these days of high gasoline prices.

Based on the same platform as the Saturn Aura and Pontiac G6, the midsize 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is 6 inches longer than the 2007 model and, at 112 inches, is the longest Malibu ever and the same size as the 2008 Chevrolet Impala. The Malibu LS and LT models have a standard 169-hp 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine that teams with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Optional on the LT and standard on the LTZ is a 252-hp 3.6-liter V6 that teams with the 6-speed automatic. A Hybrid system as a powertrain choice, features an ECOTEC 2.4L 4-cylinder Hybrid engine with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) and a four-speed automatic Hybrid transmission.

Learn more about the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu at City Chevrolet in Charlotte, located at 5101 E. Independence Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28212. For details call Toll Free: (800) 868-2489 or log on to: http://www.citychevrolet.com/ .

APRIL PEOPLE PLEASERS!

"I have gotten several cars from City Chevrolet and each experience has been great!" (Jimmy Poole)--Ms. Drye--

"Everyone was very friendly, not just the salesperson that was helping me." (Jimmy Poole) --Ms. McIntyre--

"My salesperson was top notch and is the main reason why I will shop again at City Chevrolet! Your store is 30 minutes from my house and he made the trip well worth it." (Andy Snyder) --Mr. Blum--

"Mr. Forret--thanks again for your time today and assistance. Having purchased a vehicle from Hendrick Lexus a few years ago for my wife, I decided to visit City Chevrolet since the Hendrick team has always been very good to us. I just wanted to say "thank you" for the excellent service, thus far. As you know, I purchased a Silverado last Saturday and I was very impressed with the smooth sales process. Mr. Rickard was very knowledgeable and helpful. Honestly, it was eaxier than expected. I know in sales you always tend to hear more negative feedback than the positive, so I wanted to send 'kudos' to you all. I was very impressed with the entire process, from the sales floor all the way to the service department. Both Mr. Rickard and Mr. Burnett made me feel right at home. Thank you for everything and making this a pleasurable experience. I will definitely make sure to tell all my co-workers at Wachovia how well everything went." --Mr. Hornick--

"Jerry Med was excellent to work with. We initially made contact in November, 2007 and worked with him until March, 2008 when we finally made a purchase. I appreciate his approach, understanding, and commitment to the product and customer." --Mr. Smith--

"Everywhere I get in this car I get great comments--wow!" It's great to be back at City Chevrolet!" (Joe Ayers) --Mr. Hood--

"My next vehicle will definitely be purchased at City Chevrolet." (Tony Montana) --Mr. Leszczynski--

Employee of the Month!

City Chevrolet's Employee of the Month!!

We're back with our monthly employee meetings honoring various departments, including the employee of the month. Today we honored 3 employees of the month - one for January, one for February, and one for March. Employees of the month are nominated and voted on by Department Managers and are typically employees who have gone above and beyond their specific job responsibilities. These 3 employees exhibit a positive attitude, a team spirit, and an exceptional work ethic.
Congratulations to Sophia Tarlton of the Accounting Department, John Brynarsky of the Body Shop, and Ed Robinson of the Pre-Owned Department. City Chevrolet is proud of you all!

Celebrate the season of love in a gleaming New 2008 Malibu...

The Malibu is for lovers. Celebrate Valentine's Day in a gleaming new Malibu, brimming with the California sunshine and redefined looks for a sweet driving experience. The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (http://www.citychevrolet.com/Valentines-Day/index.jsp) represents Chevy's latest next-generation family look and Valentine's Day gives you a lot more reason to let your loved one know how special they are.

The all-new 2008 Chevrolet Malibu delivers great performance, fuel economy and refinement, wrapped in a clean, tailored design that carries the global face of Chevrolet.

Performance comes from a family of powerful dual-overhead cam four- and six-cylinder engines, including a 169-horsepower (126 kW) 2.4L Ecotec DOHC four-cylinder engine and a 252-horsepower 3.6L DOHC V-6 with variable valve timing. Visit City Chevrolet (http://www.citychevrolet.com/) today, pick up the keys to your Malibu and follow your heart!