Stats on the 2008 Chevy Malibu LTZ

2008 CHEVROLET MALIBU LTZTYPE: Front-drive, five-passenger, mid-size sedan.PRICE: $26,345 base, $28,340 as tested.WHERE BUILT: Kansas City, Kan.KEY RIVALS: Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Ford Fusion; Nissan Altima.POWER: 3.6-liter, DOHC, 252-horsepower V6; six-speed auto transmission.FUEL ECONOMY: 17 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, 20 mpg combined; estimated annual fuel cost $2,100.CHASSIS: Independent suspension with stabilizer bars; four-link rear suspension with twin-tube gas shocks, dual-rate mini-block coil springs; power disc brakes with ABS, traction control; power rack-and-pinion steering; 18-inch alloy wheels.LENGTH X WIDTH X HEIGHT: 191.8 x 70.3 x 57.1 inchesWHEELBASE X TRACK: 112.3 x 59.6/60 inches.CURB WEIGHT: 3,649 pounds.STANDARD: Front, head curtain, side-impact air bag system; year OnStar Directions; power heated outside mirrors; fog lamps; chrome exhaust tips; automatic climate control; power windows/locks/trunk release; AM/FM/XM stereo with six-disc CD changer; eight-way power driver's seat; six-way power front-passenger seat; heated front seats; leather upholstery; split/folding rear seats; driver information center; tilt/telescoping steering wheel; cruise control; remote keyless entry; remote vehicle start; adjustable pedals; universal home remote; auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass.OPTIONS: Rear power package, includes rear 110-volt outlet and rear window sunshade ($250); power sunroof ($800); red jewel tintcoat ($295).