Honda's famous "VTEC" valve timing system was first paired with the 1.5-liter turbo engine ... 5 out of five reliability rating based on 54 reviews, but most complaints were not engine-related.

Chevrolet's Malibu ... A new 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine became the base engine, improving fuel economy to 29 mpg overall. A 2.0-liter turbo four cylinder remained the up level ...

The Malibu is Chevrolet’s mid-size family sedan, which seats up to five. Power comes from a standard 160-horsepower, turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine or an optional 250-hp ...