'13 Malibu Turbo does 155 MPH

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09-22-2012, 01:41 AM

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My wife has a 12 Kia Optima with the 2.0 turbo. It's pretty peppy for a midsize car. I've had it to around 150, if the speedo is correct. I was told they were governed at at around 160. It definitely surprised the hell outta me how well it done on the top end.

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09-22-2012, 06:10 AM

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im not impressed by that rear end of that car. holy crap

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09-24-2012, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Irunelevens

Maybe it's just me, but this isn't really impressive at all... For example, the '13 Accord V6 has 278hp and is rated at 21/34. And the 270hp Altima V6 is rated at 22/31. But hey, the V6 Camry is rated 21/30 as well (268hp), so I guess the Malibu is in good company.

Ok, well then those cars are impressive as well.
I just think it's good to see that GM/Chevrolet is offering some competitive alternatives to what some might call the 'industry standards'.

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09-25-2012, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by CaptainDirtymax

180whp and 2700lbs with traction is in the 14.3-14.8 range

Yeah I'm digging the new Focus ST for a sport compact... I'd like to drive one... but if considered buying one I'd wait a year or two for the problems that will most likely arise to be worked out.