Chevrolet Malibu Overview

Once upon a time, the Chevy Malibu was known as a sporty car for true fun seekers. But that was a long time ago. These days, the revived Malibu nameplate is known for its combination of comfort, quietness, practicality and affordability.

A five-passenger mid-size family sedan, it competes head-to-head with the Ford Taurus, Honda Accord and Toyota Camry--the best-selling cars in America. But even with that kind of competition, the Malibu makes a good showing, with more than 215,000 sold annually.

Out on the road, Malibu also provides a good account of itself, boasting fine power and handling, with a V6 engine that comes standard on all models.

For 2001, Chevrolet has revised the exterior styling, updated the interior, and added some convenience features.