2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS

The 2011 Malibu is Chevrolet's mid-size sedan, competing with the likes of the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. It rides smoothly and handles predictably, making it a comfortable daily driver, though acceleration is modest. Inside, the Malibu offers a spacious cabin with supportive seats and a large trunk, but rear legroom is a bit tight. Available features include OnStar, Bluetooth connectivity, and remote start, which owners find handy. The LS is the entry-level Malibu, sitting below the LT and LTZ, and it skips some convenience features to keep the price down. Under the hood is a 2.4L I4 that makes 169 horsepower, paired with a six-speed automatic and front-wheel drive, which returns 26 mpg combined. You get cloth seats and manual adjustments inside, which is what you’d expect from the base trim, but the ride stays just as smooth as the pricier versions.