Chris Pauwels is at it once again. This time he tackles the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. We've recently seen spy shots of the next generation Malibu but this is the first sketch of the Malibu that we have seen to date. Chris's latest work was of the 2008 Cadillac CTS which was said to be a "dead ringer" of the production verson, one can only wonder how accurate Chris is with his 2008 Chevy Malibu.
The GMSource has learned that the 2008 Malibu is slated to ride on the same Epsilon I architecture that the vehicle currently rides on. Production is slated to begin in Q2 of 2007 as an '08 MY vehicle. The vehicle carries the new Chevrolet "face" that first debuted on the Chevrolet Aveo which is currently hitting dealers lots as we speak. One may also notice the circle tail lights, which the Chevrolet Cobalt currently sports in coupe mode. We expect the round tail lights to be carried over to the Malibu as well.
Powertrain changes are not expected until 2009 as the current powertrain is expected to be carried over to the new look Malibu.
Of course, if anything changes, or any news arises, be sure to check with TheGMSource.com
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Chris Pauwels Sketch: The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
Aug 6 2006, 06:30 PM
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