Has the Malibu been discontinued?
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The Malibu has been discontinued, and the reason for its discontinuation is the launch of its successor model, the Malibu XL. Here is more information about the Malibu: 1. The full name of the Malibu is the Chevrolet Malibu, which was born as a mid-to-high-end car from General Motors, sharing the same roots as the Buick 'Double Jun' series. On February 15, 2012, the Chevrolet Malibu officially entered the domestic market, with a total of five models released. 2. The 2018 Malibu was equipped with a 1.5T top-mounted direct-injection turbo engine and a 6-speed automatic DSS intelligent start-stop transmission, adopting Chevrolet's new unified tail badge naming, and adding the 530T Fashion Edition model.
Speaking of the Malibu being discontinued, as someone who frequently drives family members around and has driven the older Malibu model for several years, I find it quite stable to drive, with decent fuel efficiency and spacious interior. Last year, I heard it was discontinued in the North American market, with no new models produced after 2024, which is a bit of a pity since it's a classic midsize sedan from Chevrolet. Nowadays, people prefer SUVs or electric vehicles, and Chevrolet has introduced replacements like the Blazer and Bolt. If you're still driving an older model, don't worry—maintenance services will still be available. For those looking to buy new, check dealer inventories as you might still find some older models. In the used car market, older Malibus might see a slight appreciation, so remind friends to check the vehicle condition before purchasing. Overall, the sedan market is shrinking, but personally, I think it still offers good value for money and is perfectly suitable for daily commutes.
