2007 Malibu SS, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS
2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2007 Malibu Maxx deliver the performance, versatility and fuel economy of the best midsize sedans with the dependability and value that customers expect from Chevrolet. They adapt to different individuals and lifestyles, with flexible interiors and a full range of driver personalization features. Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS model, added for the 2006 model year, adds an additional level of excitement to a lineup that saw sales jump by 13 percent in 2005.
2007 Malibu SS and Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS are powered by a sophisticated 3.9L V-6 that uses variable valve timing and variable intake technology to help produce 240 horsepower (179 kW). Unique interior and exterior appointments, along with sport-tuned suspensions and segment-largest 18-inch flangeless wheels, complete the SS packages.
2007 Malibu SS, 2007 Malibu Maxx SS Details
2007 Malibu SS and Malibu Maxx SS build on the strengths of the solid Chevrolet Malibu sedan and Chevrolet Malibu Maxx extended sedan platforms, and include the following enhancements:
- 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 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
Chevrolet Malibu SS models' 3.9L V-6 is the first production variant of GM Powertrain's sophisticated 60-degree V-6 OHV engine family, which is designed to deliver smoothness and quality while balancing strong performance and economy. The large displacement of the 3.9L V-6 - achieved with 99-mm offset bores and an 84-mm stroke - combines with torque-enhancing technologies such as a variable air intake to produce a broad, flat torque curve that translates into exceptional all-around performance and terrific off-the-line launch feel. With variable air intake, air entering the engine is continuously tuned through a valve in the intake manifold to deliver optimized low-, mid-range and high-rpm torque. In fact, 90 percent of peak torque is available from 1800 to 5800 rpm.
Variable valve timing is used to bolster performance, enhance fuel economy and reduce emissions. An electronically controlled cam phaser provides for infinitely variable adjustment of camshaft timing in relation to the crankshaft. By electronically controlling the camshaft, the optimum location can be selected for various engine operating conditions, maximizing torque and horsepower outputs. The 3.9L V-6 is the first production cam-in-block engine to incorporate cam phasing.
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