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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet HHR Feature Comparison

Can I get heated seats? Do I have to get a sunroof? Find out what you need to know about Chevrolet Malibu and Chevrolet HHR features right here.

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet HHR

  

Model Year 2009 2009 2009 2009 2009 2008 2008 2008
Model Malibu Malibu Malibu Malibu Malibu HHR HHR HHR
Trim LS LT 2LT LTZ Hybrid LS LT SS
Engines  
2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
196 hp@6300
186 lb-ft@4400
 2.5L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>196 hp@6300 <br>186 lb-ft@4400 is a standard feature.  2.5L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>196 hp@6300 <br>186 lb-ft@4400 is a standard feature.  2.5L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>196 hp@6300 <br>186 lb-ft@4400 is a standard feature.  2.5L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>196 hp@6300 <br>186 lb-ft@4400 is a standard feature.        
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
259 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@3000
    turbocharged<br> 2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>259 hp@5500 <br>295 lb-ft@3000 is an optional feature. turbocharged<br> 2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>259 hp@5500 <br>295 lb-ft@3000 is an optional feature.        
2.4L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
164 hp@6400
159 lb-ft@5000
         2.4L I4 Hybrid<br>DOHC-4v<br>164 hp@6400 <br>159 lb-ft@5000 is a standard feature.      
2.2L I4
DOHC-4v
155 hp@6100
150 lb-ft@4800
           2.2L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>155 hp@6100 <br>150 lb-ft@4800 is a standard feature.  2.2L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>155 hp@6100 <br>150 lb-ft@4800 is a standard feature.  
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
172 hp@5800
167 lb-ft@4500
             2.4L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>172 hp@5800 <br>167 lb-ft@4500 is an optional feature.  
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
260 hp@5300
260 lb-ft@2000
              turbocharged<br> 2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>260 hp@5300 <br>260 lb-ft@2000 is a standard feature.
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5900
222 lb-ft@1650
              turbocharged<br> 2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>250 hp@5900 <br>222 lb-ft@1650 is an optional feature.
Transmissions  
4-speed automatic 4-speed automatic is a standard feature. 4-speed automatic is a standard feature.     4-speed automatic is a standard feature. 4-speed automatic is an optional feature. 4-speed automatic is an optional feature. 4-speed automatic is an optional feature.
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is an optional feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.        
5-speed manual           5-speed manual is an optional feature. 5-speed manual is an optional feature. 5-speed manual is an optional feature.
Drivetrains  
FWD FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature.
Tires  
215/55R17 tires 215/55R17 tires is a standard feature. 215/55R17 tires is a standard feature. 215/55R17 tires is a standard feature. 215/55R17 tires is a standard feature. 215/55R17 tires is a standard feature.      
225/50R18 tires   225/50R18 tires is an optional feature. 225/50R18 tires is an optional feature. 225/50R18 tires is a standard feature.        
215/55R16 tires           215/55R16 tires is a standard feature. 215/55R16 tires is a standard feature. 215/55R16 tires is a standard feature.
215/50R17 tires             215/50R17 tires is an optional feature.  
225/45VR18 tires               225/45VR18 tires is a standard feature.
Audio Systems  
Unbranded, 6 speakers Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature.   Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature.
Bose, 210W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)     Bose, 210W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Bose, 210W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.        
Pioneer, 260W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)           Pioneer, 260W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Pioneer, 260W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Pioneer, 260W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.
Accessories  
AC power outletPowers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.       AC power outlet is an optional feature. AC power outlet is an optional feature.        
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.
Ashtray and lighter (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.             Ashtray and lighter (optional) is an optional feature. Ashtray and lighter (optional) is an optional feature. Ashtray and lighter (optional) is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Cruise control Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power locks Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature.
Power rear side windows Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote startStart the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.     Remote start is an optional feature. Remote start is a standard feature. Remote start is a standard feature.   Remote start is an optional feature. Remote start is an optional feature.  
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.
Sunshade, rearGreatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window.       Sunshade, rear is an optional feature. Sunshade, rear is an optional feature.        
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window.
Tilt steering wheel, manual           Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.      
Universal garage door openerHomelink.       Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature.        
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.   4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.     4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.
Rear disc brakes.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature.      
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is an optional feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is an optional feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.   Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature.      
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is an optional feature. Side curtain airbags is an optional feature. Side curtain airbags is an optional feature.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).   Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature.   Stability control is an optional feature. Stability control is a standard feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Temporary spare tire Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.   Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature.   Traction control is an optional feature. Traction control is a standard feature.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Cargo Management  
Cargo mat   Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is a standard feature.   Cargo mat is a standard feature. Cargo mat is a standard feature. Cargo mat is a standard feature.
Cargo net   Cargo net is an optional feature. Cargo net is an optional feature. Cargo net is a standard feature.     Cargo net is a standard feature. Cargo net is a standard feature.
Cargo shelf, height-adjustableCan adjust cargo floor to maximize space or to create a floor level with the folded seats (and hidden storage beneath it).             Cargo shelf, height-adjustable is a standard feature. Cargo shelf, height-adjustable is a standard feature. Cargo shelf, height-adjustable is a standard feature.
Can adjust cargo floor to maximize space or to create a floor level with the folded seats (and hidden storage beneath it).
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Roof railsNo crossbars.             Roof rails is an optional feature. Roof rails is an optional feature. Roof rails is an optional feature.
No crossbars.
Storage beneath cargo floorLarge storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.             Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature.
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature.
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.         Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature.      
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.             Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature.
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.   Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Rear wiper           Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature.
Speed-sensitive wipersOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature. Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature. Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature. Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature. Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature.      
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.   Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature.
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Drivetrain  
Limited-slip front differentialWhen one front wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.                 Limited-slip front differential is an optional feature.
When one front wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.
Engine / Motor  
Engine-block heaterPlugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold.   Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature.   Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature.
Plugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold.
Exterior  
Additional chrome trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.               Additional chrome trim is an optional feature.  
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Body kitSide skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.                 Body kit is a standard feature.
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.
Bodyside moldingsMoldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.   Bodyside moldings is an optional feature. Bodyside moldings is an optional feature. Bodyside moldings is an optional feature.   Bodyside moldings is an optional feature.      
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.     Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is an optional feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Bright-finished mirror housings (optional)Chrome or aluminum mirrors. Only listed if optional or not standard on the base trim.               Bright-finished mirror housings (optional) is an optional feature.  
Chrome or aluminum mirrors. Only listed if optional or not standard on the base trim.
Chrome grille (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.               Chrome grille (optional) is an optional feature.  
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Deep-tinted rear windows           Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature.
Laminated front side windowsReduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.   Laminated front side windows is a standard feature. Laminated front side windows is a standard feature. Laminated front side windows is a standard feature. Laminated front side windows is a standard feature. Laminated front side windows is a standard feature.      
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.
Mud guardsFlaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks.               Mud guards is an optional feature.  
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks.
Paint, special black Paint, special black is an optional feature. Paint, special black is an optional feature. Paint, special black is an optional feature. Paint, special black is an optional feature. Paint, special black is an optional feature.      
Paint, special blue           Paint, special blue is an optional feature. Paint, special blue is an optional feature. Paint, special blue is an optional feature.
Paint, special red     Paint, special red is an optional feature. Paint, special red is an optional feature.        
Rear bumper protector             Rear bumper protector is an optional feature.  
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.               Rear spoiler is an optional feature. Rear spoiler is a standard feature.
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Running boards           Running boards is an optional feature. Running boards is an optional feature.  
Solid rear quarter panelDeletes rear quarter windows             Solid rear quarter panel is an optional feature. Solid rear quarter panel is an optional feature.  
Deletes rear quarter windows
Sunroof   Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature.   Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature.
Gas Guzzler Tax  
-1300         -1300 is a standard feature.      
Infotainment  
Audio controls on steering wheel   Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.   Audio controls on steering wheel is an optional feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.   Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature.
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.     Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature.        
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.       CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature.     CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature.
Includes CD player.
CD player CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature.   CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature.    
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.   MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is an optional feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.   Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
Telematics service, such as OnStarIn-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.             Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature.
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigationIn-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system plus turn-by-turn navigation (no map display). For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.   Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation is a standard feature.      
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system plus turn-by-turn navigation (no map display). For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
Weatherband radioIncludes frequencies for weather channels. Only listed when pricing a single model because incomplete data for all model.             Weatherband radio is an optional feature. Weatherband radio is a standard feature. Weatherband radio is a standard feature.
Includes frequencies for weather channels. Only listed when pricing a single model because incomplete data for all model.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Auto-dimming driver-side mirrorDriver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.         Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature.        
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.       Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature.   Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.   Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature.
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
Boost gaugeReports the amount of boost being provided by the supercharger or turbocharger.                 Boost gauge is a standard feature.
Reports the amount of boost being provided by the supercharger or turbocharger.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.       Compass is a standard feature. Compass is a standard feature.   Compass is a standard feature. Compass is a standard feature. Compass is a standard feature.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.         Fog lights is a standard feature.     Fog lights is an optional feature. Fog lights is a standard feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.         Heated mirrors is a standard feature.        
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.       Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.        
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.       Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.        
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.   Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature.      
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Front row reading lights.
Outside temperature display Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.             Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Visor mirror, driver Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.     Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.
Visor mirror, passenger Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.     Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature.  
Front sport buckets               Front sport buckets is an optional feature.
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature.
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Door sill trim plates   Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature.      
Floor mats Floor mats is an optional feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature.
Folding passenger seatFor carrying long items. Possibly also useful as a work surface.             Folding passenger seat is a standard feature. Folding passenger seat is a standard feature. Folding passenger seat is a standard feature.
For carrying long items. Possibly also useful as a work surface.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats     Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature.     Heated front seats is an optional feature.  
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.         Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.     Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature.  
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel     Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.     Leather-wrapped steering wheel is an optional feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.
Manual height adjuster, driver seat           Manual height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.    
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable lower back support.   Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.      
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat   Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.   Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat       Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.        
Power height adjuster, driver seat Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.   Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power height adjuster, passenger seat       Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.        
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable lower back support.               Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power recliner, driver seat       Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature.        
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.     Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.   Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.         Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.        
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfacesSeating surfaces are part cloth or vinyl, part synthetic suede.       Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces is a standard feature.         Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces is a standard feature.
Seating surfaces are part cloth or vinyl, part synthetic suede.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Alloy wheels     Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature.      
Alloy-look steel wheelsSpoked steel wheel with a plastic cover that makes it look like an alloy wheel.   Alloy-look steel wheels is a standard feature.           Alloy-look steel wheels is a standard feature.  
Spoked steel wheel with a plastic cover that makes it look like an alloy wheel.
Chrome-clad alloy wheelsAlloy wheels with a chromed plastic veneer. Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels.     Chrome-clad alloy wheels is an optional feature.            
Alloy wheels with a chromed plastic veneer. Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels.
Chrome-clad steel wheels   Chrome-clad steel wheels is a standard feature.            
Chrome-plated alloy wheelsAlloy wheels plated with chrome. Some use a more durable, alternative process (PVD, Superchrome). Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels.               Chrome-plated alloy wheels is an optional feature.  
Alloy wheels plated with chrome. Some use a more durable, alternative process (PVD, Superchrome). Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels.
Performance steering system (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.       Performance steering system (optional) is an optional feature. Performance steering system (optional) is an optional feature.        
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Polished alloy wheelsAlloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau                 Polished alloy wheels is a standard feature.
Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau
Sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.               Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature.  
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.                 Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) is a standard feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Transmission  
Launch controlElectronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch.                 Launch control is a standard feature.
Electronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch.
No-lift shiftElectronically controls throttle during manual transmission shift so there is no need to lift off the accelerator.                 No-lift shift is a standard feature.
Electronically controls throttle during manual transmission shift so there is no need to lift off the accelerator.
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controlsPaddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.     Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is an optional feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is a standard feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is a standard feature.        
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.

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Option Package Contents

Electronics and Entertainment Package

Features
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat
Remote start
Remote start

Leather Package

Features
Cargo net
Cargo mat

Electronics and Entertainment Package

Features
Performance steering system (optional)
225/50R18 tires
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
259 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@3000

Advanced Safety Package

Features
Sunshade, rear
AC power outlet

Leather Package

Features
Cargo net
Cargo mat

Advanced Safety Package

Features
Sunshade, rear
AC power outlet

Power Convenience Package

Features
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat

172-horsepower 2.4-liter I4

Features
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
172 hp@5800
167 lb-ft@4500

2LT Equipment Group

Features
Sport suspension (upgrade)
Traction control
Stability control
Audio controls on steering wheel
Alloy wheels
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Additional chrome trim
Chrome grille (optional)
Bright-finished mirror housings (optional)
215/50R17 tires

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Features
Rear spoiler
Mud guards
Rear bumper protector

Bright Chrome Appearance Pkg.

Features
Chrome-plated alloy wheels
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu

2009 Chevrolet Malibu Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Had the best combination of features that were standard and packages for the money. Hands down winner on overall value compared to Honda, Mazda, Toyota and Ford. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I have the Electronic Traction Control and ABS. It is almost impossible to go into a skid with this baby. Best feature of the car for me by far. Chevy engineers hit a homer with this. This care really gets it done on snow and ice. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
ltz v6/6 spd.stander fetures. total opts at a price that I could aford. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2008 Chevrolet HHR

2008 Chevrolet HHR Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Has lots of creature comforts for a realatively inexpensive car-ABS & traction;heated, power, leather seats; XM; OnStar; readouts of avg,momentary gas mileage,tire pressure,O/S temp,etc;excellent audio upgrade;running lights; fog lamps, running boards,etc see full Chevrolet HHR review
2009 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Inormation center, OnStar, front leg room, adjustable electric front seat, great handling and gas mileage and a very quiet ride as compared to my former PT Cruiser. see full Chevrolet HHR review
2008 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
XM Radio, onstar, heated seats and steering wheel radio controls. see full Chevrolet HHR review
2007 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
There is a wide variety of available options and accessories. You can customize it to fit your personality. I constantly have people asking me if I had it built, or did it myself. They are floored when I tell them that I ordered it that way. see full Chevrolet HHR review
2007 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
All of the power toys, leather, sunroof, etc. see full Chevrolet HHR review
2008 Chevrolet HHR Available Features: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4
5-speed manual FWD
window switches, cup holders, seats could be better, stereo is very cheap. see full Chevrolet HHR review