2012 Chevrolet Malibu was launched in June?

Originally scheduled for the end of 2011 in North America, the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu could finally arrive from June to counter the Hyundai Sonata is a chart on this continent. At launch, there will trim levels, entry-level to offer aggressive pricing and a version of "mild hybrid" (the system of the Buick Lacrosse eAssist from the words of GM Inside News). The current Malibu continue his career until June 2012 with the name "Classic ". The announcement would be made this morning, GM has not yet issued a press release to that effect but this rumor is credible since the Malibu arrives in Asian markets this summer, she will be ready!

2012 Chevrolet Malibu New Spy Photos - reveal date and more details

2012 Chevrolet Malibu spyshots

2012 Chevrolet Malibu pics

2012 Chevrolet Malibu

Here are spyshots the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu to be presented at the Detroit Auto Show next January or more likely the New York auto show in April 2011. This Chevy based on Epsilon II platform designed by Opel and which is built on the Buick Regal, it should be smaller than the current model but also more spacious inside. Another fact that seems certain, the Malibu V6 to abandon its offer only 4 cylinders. We should find the 2.4-liter GM direct injection and a 2-liter Ecotec turbo. A hybrid version is under consideration, it would be a Mild Hybrid or electric motor does not work alone but assists the internal combustion engine (called the system of the Buick Lacrosse eAssist GM Inside News). The transmission will be provided by 6-speed gearboxes. 4X4 option is plausible. The U.S. versions will start production in Q4 2011, or shortly before Detroit and Hamtramck in Fairfax. The 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will start to be produced several months ago in China and South Korea, its reliance on the Epsilon II platform no longer closes the door to an eventual arrival in Europe.via

2012 Chevrolet Malibu