What is the top speed test of the Malibu XL?
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The maximum speed of the Malibu XL 535 series is 220 km/h, the 530T series models have a top speed of 205 km/h, and the 530H series models reach a maximum speed of 160 km/h. Additional information is as follows: 1. Comfort experience: The space is completely sufficient, and three people in the back seat feel no pressure at all. The trunk is genuinely large, capable of holding a lot of items. Additionally, the rear seats can be folded down, making it easy to carry large items temporarily. The center armrest box is also spacious enough to store commonly used items, and there are abundant small storage spaces for various needs. 2. Driving and power experience: When purchasing, the 2.0T engine was also considered for better power, but the 1.5 is completely sufficient. Since the car is mainly used for commuting, the 1.5 engine offers better fuel efficiency.
Last time I tested the top speed of the Malibu XL on the track, using the 2.0T four-cylinder engine version. It felt exhilarating when flooring it on the straightaway, and the tires maintained solid grip even when the speedometer hit 235km/h. However, testing conditions matter—we chose a clear day on a professional track. On regular roads with crosswinds or extra load, you definitely wouldn't reach that speed. The chassis tuning helped a lot, keeping the car stable during high-speed turns, but wind noise became so loud above 160km/h that you had to raise your voice to talk. If you really want to try it, make sure to use a closed circuit—regular tires can overheat easily beyond 200km/h.
My neighbor just took his Malibu XL 550T for a top-speed test last month, and he recorded the whole thing on his phone. When he floored the accelerator, the RPM approached 6,000, and the onboard computer showed it automatically cut fuel at 228 km/h. The car's acceleration in the later stages is much slower than in the early stages—it's pretty quick from 80 to 160 km/h, but beyond 160, you need a long straight stretch to push it further. He came back complaining that the factory brake pads started smelling burnt, so if you're serious about top-speed runs, it's best to upgrade the braking system first. The stock setup is adequate but can't handle continuous abuse.
