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This is an excerpt from a GM press release that details the 2006 Malibu SS package from http://media.gm.com
Chevrolet Malibu SS builds on the strengths of the solid Malibu sedan and includes the following enhancements:
- New 3.9L V-6 with variable valve timing rated at 240 horsepower (179 kw) and 240 lb.-ft. (325 Nm) of torque
- Hydra-Matic 4T65-E four-speed transmission with manual shift mode and adaptive shift control
- SS-specific front and rear fascias, with blacked-out crosshatch grille pattern, platinum-look grille surrounds, projector beam fog lamps, rear spoiler and dual chrome-tipped 3.5-inch exhaust outlets
- Monochromatic exterior moldings and trim
- Segment-largest 18-inch flangeless wheels
- Sport-tuned suspension
- SS-specific ebony interior with gunmetal trim accents
- New sport seats with larger bolsters, new three-spoke leather-wrapped sport steering wheel and leather covered shifter knob
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Here are some detailed specifications and test data on the 2006 Malibu SS from http://www.motortrend.com
2006 Chevrolet Malibu SS
Powertrain/Chassis
Drivetrain layout - Front engine, FWD
Engine type - V-6 iron block/alum heads
Valvetrain - OHV 2 valves/cyl
Displacement - 236.7 cu in/3880 cc
Compression ratio - 9.8:1
Power (SAE NET) - 240 hp @ 6000 rpm*
Torque (SAE NET) - 240 lb-ft @ 4600 rpm*
Redline - 6400 rpm
Weight to power - 14.4 lb/hp
Transmission - 4-speed automatic
Axle/final-drive ratios - 3.69:1/2.58:1
Suspension, front; rear - Struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar; multilink, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Steering ratio - 16.2:1
Turns lock-to-lock - 2.7
Brakes, f;r - 11.7-in vented disc; 10.6-in disc, ABS
Wheels - 18 x 7.0, cast aluminum
Tires - 225/50R18 94T Goodyear Eagle LS-2
Dimensions
Wheelbase - 106.3 in
Track, f/r - 60.0/59.3 in
Length x width x height - 188.3 x 69.9 x 57.5 in
Turning circle - 36.0 ft
Curb weight - 3449 lb
Weight dist, f/r - 62/38%
Seating capacity - 5
Headroom, f/r - 39.6/37.6 in
Legroom, f/r - 41.9/38.5 in
Shoulder room, f/r - 56.7/56.1 in
Cargo volume - 15.4 cu ft
Test Data
Acceleration to mph 0-30 - 2.4 sec
0-40 - 3.5
0-50 - 5.1
0-60 - 7.0
0-70 - 8.9
0-80 - 11.3
0-90 - 15.0
0-100 - 18.7
Passing, 45-65 mph - 3.6
quarter-mile - 15.3 sec @ 91.0 mph
Braking, 60-0 mph - 138 ft
Lateral acceleration - 0.82 g avg
MT figure eight - 28.1 sec @ 0.60 g avg
Top-gear revs @ 60 mph - 2050 rpm
Consumer Info
Base price - $23,490
Stability/traction control - No/yes
Airbags - Dual front, front side, f/r curtain
Basic warranty - 3 yrs/36,000 miles
Powertrain warranty - 3 yrs/36,000 miles
Roadside assistance - 3 yrs/36,000 miles
Fuel capacity - 16.3 gal
EPA city/hwy econ - 19/26 mpg
Recommended fuel *SAE certified - Regular unleaded
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