2017 Chevrolet Malibu Speaker Sizes
The 2017 Chevrolet Malibu speaker size chart provides specifications for factory and aftermarket audio speakers across multiple locations. Information covers speakers in the a-pillar, dashboard, front door panel, rear door panel, and rear deck lid. Details include replacement and upgrade options for the audio system, with specifications applicable to both factory-installed and aftermarket configurations.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| A-Pillar | 1 | Tweeter |
|
| Dashboard | 3.5 | Full-Range |
|
| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
|
| Rear Deck Lid | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2017 Chevrolet Malibu Speaker Replacement Summary
5
total positions
3
easy to replace
1
high priority
1
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 3 Medium: 1 High: 1Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 3 Low: 1Additional Notes
- The front door panel and rear door panel positions in the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu both share the same 6.5 inch sizing, which may suggest that a matched set of drivers across all four locations could contribute to a more consistent tonal balance throughout the cabin.
- The front door panel and rear door panel positions support midbass or full-range driver types, meaning a dedicated midbass driver in those locations could potentially free up a separate amplifier channel for the higher frequencies handled by the A-pillar tweeters.
- The A-pillar position accommodates a 1 inch tweeter, which is a relatively small form factor typically associated with high-frequency reproduction above the midrange, and its placement at ear level may contribute to a wider soundstage compared to floor-level or door-mounted high-frequency sources.
- The rear deck lid supports a 6x9 inch full-range driver, a size that generally allows for a larger cone surface area than the 6.5 inch positions, which could suggest a greater low-frequency output potential from that location.
- The dashboard position is sized at 3.5 inch and is limited to full-range driver types, which tends to place it in a supporting role for midrange and upper-frequency reproduction rather than low-end reinforcement.
- Given that the front door panel positions are closer to the primary listening area than the rear deck lid, replacement priority at those locations may have a more noticeable effect on the perceived sound quality for front-seat occupants.