No acceleration and jerking when shifting gears

2007 CHEVROLET MALIBU
148,000 MILES
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SOWPOW
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Hi,

Also,doesn't want to go when hitting gas pedal. Takes forever to get up to 50 MPH. Also,going through an unusual amount of gas. Anyone have an idea what the problem could be? Appreciate all and any input!!!
Aug 8, 2021 at 1:09 PM
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SQM
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Hello,

Did this issue happened all of a sudden or it has been like this for some time?
There could be few different reasons for the car to drive this way.
You could have an issue with the transmission. It could be a clogged catalytic converter.
Is your service engine light on?
If so do you know the codes? This can point us to the right direction.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

You might find this article helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-low-engine-power
https://youtu.be/U1RoG3I-Oww

Please let me know little more info and we will go from there.

Thank you.
Aug 8, 2021 at 1:44 PM
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