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Why (Not) the Chevrolet Malibu?

 Chevrolet Malibu Reviews: Pros and Cons:

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Chevrolet Malibu Reviews

04/23/13

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  2011 Malibu LT1
A member from Missouri, United States

Best Reason to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Powertrain performance
Very good. Smooth performance.

Best Reason Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Materials & workmanship
In the LT1 trim, the seats are cloth which is very good but door panels are hard plastic.

Other Reasons to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Fuel economy, Ride smoothness, Quietness, Rear seat room & comfort



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03/03/13

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  Happy with my 2010 Malibu
A member from Oregon, United States

Best Reason to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Fuel economy
My fuel economy has been better than the EPA ratings. Having said that I don't drive the car hard.

Best Reason Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Interior styling
I am not a fan of the aqua blue tones on the dash, nor of the fake wood in the car.

Other Reasons to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Exterior styling, Audio & nav systems, Quietness, Price or payments

Other Reasons Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Brand reputation & image, Safety & braking

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02/27/13

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A member from New Hampshire, United States

Best Reason to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Price or payments
Got a really good lease deal. Didn't want to purchase a car at the time.

Best Reason Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Front seat room
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof.

Other Reasons to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Fuel economy, Ride smoothness



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11/30/12

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  Dependable, Inexpensive Transportation
A member from New Jersey, United States

Best Reason to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Fuel economy
Gets about 26-27mpg in real-world driving - city commute of ~10mi one way. Great fuel economy for a bigger car.

Best Reason Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Powertrain performance
The 2.2L 4cyl engine, while great for gas mileage, is underpowered for such a large car. It's fine once I'm at cruising speed; however, I wish it worked a little better accelerating.

Other Reasons to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Front seat support & comfort, Insurance & depreciation

Other Reasons Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Handling, Materials & workmanship

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10/31/12

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  2008 Malibu LS
A member from Utah, United States

Best Reason to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Price or payments
We found this car used with 15,000 miles for about $5,000 less than any other used Malibu available.

Best Reason Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Front seat support & comfort
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of.

Other Reasons to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Quietness, Brand reputation & image

Other Reasons Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Cargo capacity & towing

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03/29/12

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A member from Tennessee, United States

Best Reason to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Quietness
Low interior noise was a major factor in this car search, and the Malibu Eco was easily the quietest car I tested with the Buick Regal a close second. Camry and Accord had significantly more cabin noise from the engine and road.

Best Reason Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Ride smoothness
Though excellent on paved surfaces, some lateral movement on grooved concrete which I suspect to be related to the Goodyear Assurance tires; when these are worn, I plan to replace them with Bridgestone Ecopia 422's.

Other Reasons to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Fuel economy, Powertrain performance, Feature availability, Materials & workmanship

Other Reasons Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Rear seat room & comfort, Cargo capacity & towing, Discounts & incentives, Past personal experience

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11/22/11

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A member from Nova Scotia, Canada

Best Reason to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Cargo capacity & towing
Hatchback feature is great compromise between sedan and wagon. No sedan comes anywhere close to the Maxx in cargo carrying capability!

Other Reasons to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Insurance & depreciation, Rear seat room & comfort, Fuel economy



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11/14/11

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A member from Florida, United States

Best Reason Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Reliability & durability
Steering & chassis parts fail every few thousand miles. Parts that should last over 200k miles needs replacement under 50K miles. Transmission got burned.

Other Reasons Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Materials & workmanship, Fuel economy, Brand reputation & image, Dealership practices

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03/31/11

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A member from New York, United States

Best Reason Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Fuel economy
V6 is 5 mpg less than 4 cyl. The 4 cylinder has sufficient power but the V6 is more responsive.

Other Reasons Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Powertrain performance

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02/26/11

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A member from Michigan, United States

Best Reason to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Reliability & durability
no real issues since 2008 release, owner satisfaction high

Best Reason Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Fuel economy
too low for a 4 cylinder

Other Reasons to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Discounts & incentives, Materials & workmanship, Feature availability, Brand reputation & image

Other Reasons Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Front seat support & comfort

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09/09/10

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A member from Tennessee, United States

Best Reason to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Fuel economy
Great gas mileage for a mid-size. You can apply the money you save on gas to pay for the transmission rebuild.

Best Reason Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Reliability & durability
Transmission solenoid failed at less than 85,000 miles. Cost a lot to fix. I had a Ford that ran 164,000 miles with only transmission maintenance. Front steering thumps when turned to the left. It goes away if you lube the steering shaft.

Other Reasons to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Ride smoothness

Other Reasons Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Powertrain performance, Materials & workmanship, Quietness

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08/04/10

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A member from Texas, United States

Best Reason to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Exterior styling
I just liked the styling, front and rear lighting and front grill

Best Reason Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Powertrain performance
The inline 4 does not have as much pickup as I had hoped, but is adequate.

Other Reasons to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Handling, Fuel economy, Safety & braking

Other Reasons Not to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Ride smoothness, Interior styling

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07/29/10

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A member from Ontario, Canada

Best Reason to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Exterior styling
Test drove the Accord, Altima and Fusion. Thought the Malibu looked the best and had the nicest looking wheels (LTZ)

Other Reasons to Buy the Chevrolet Malibu: Interior styling, Handling, Discounts & incentives



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