HOLDEN has ended almost five years in the mid-size car wilderness, launching another global model that should do more to win over the hearts and minds of buyers.
The Holden Malibu – a rebadged, re-nosed and re-suspended version of the Chevrolet Malibu that is sold in more than 100 other markets worldwide – sets a new value benchmark for the growing segment.
The range kicks off with a 123kW/225Nm 2.4-litre petrol engine sending drive to the front wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission starting at a segment leading $28490 (cutting even the Camry’s pricing).
Standard equipment includes 17-inch alloy wheels, Bluetooth, cruise control, single-zone climate control and more meaning it will be interesting to see how it competes with the VF Commodore and the Holden Cruze.