Malibu's styling does not cry out for attention. That means it might get lost in a crowd; but it also means its looks will hold up better over time than some of the trendier designs. Though Chevrolet is as American as baseball and apple pie, the Malibu's styling shares more in common with the Toyota Camry than it shares with the Ford Taurus. The last-generation Taurus is a good example of the problem with a trendy design.For 2000, the Malibu's front fascia features a new center grille and emblem that takes a styling cue from the all-new Chevy Impala. New aluminum wheels or wheel covers and new mudguards reinforce the fresh appearance. A new optional spoiler ($175) is also available. At 190.4 inches, the Malibu is a couple of inches longer than its primary Japanese competitor, the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, but it is more than seven inches shorter than its main domestic rival, the Ford Taurus.
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