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by realtalk1
Apr 7, 2007 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Acceleration, highway fuel economy, back seat room, hatchback room, 16 inch wheels, driving position
Cons: Fit and finish, city fuel economy, easily stained seats
The Bottom Line: Good used car value for the money. I would avoid buying one brand new due to depreciation. Roomy backseat, roomy cargo area, good highway fuel economy.
A friend of ours leased a new Maxx, and after driving it we decided to search for our own. We were coming out of a Jeep Liberty and desired better fuel economy and similar room inside. The Maxx is an impressive package wrapped around a capable engine ... read more
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by talltgolf
Feb 26, 2007 - Updated Feb 28, 2011 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fuel economy, power, looks.
Cons: Weak front suspension, too little cushion in front seats, weak hood and front fenders
The Bottom Line: I would recommend this car. Excellent MPG, Looks good, much less expensive that friends import both on front end and up keep.
I am not your typical reviewer. I actually own and USE this car daily as you will see. I needed a gas miser to replace my Dodge 1/2 ton that only got 15 mpg. I use this car for business, mostly highway miles about 5,000 per MONTH. It had 13,600 when I ... read more
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by taymills
Feb 13, 2007 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: * Smooth ride for good price.
* Good visibility.
* Fuel economy about 24MPG.
Cons: * Feature computer integrated into the radio which precludes installing after-market unit just as good.
The Bottom Line: Very good car for reasonable price. Very different from its predecessors yet brings together the best of the Malibu tradition.
Having driven a 1999 Malibu (Third Generation) for five years, and loving it, I really didn't plan on getting another Malibu. I mean, it was my chance to get a different car so why would I want to get the same car? So I shopped around for a different ... read more
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by indintruk
Oct 23, 2006 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 10 Recommended: No 
Pros: Roomy, powerful, relatively good fuel economy.
Cons: Unreliable, cheaply built.
The Bottom Line: Not recommended due to continuing problems.
I bought my 05' Maxx brand new, and it had its first problems within days. Since owning this car I have had nothing but trouble. The following have had to be replaced on this car: serpentine belt, fuel tank filler tube, serpentine belt, harmonic ... read more
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by skyrydr
Jul 23, 2006 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great mileage, good looks and big trunk!
Cons: Poor interior lighting and ugly cloth fabric!
The Bottom Line: Great rental and outstanding mid sized car. Lots of room and great mileage. I would buy this car.
I travel frequently so I rent cars frequently. There are some cars I will not accept as rentals. This was the first time I was offered a Malibu. My experience was two weeks of delight at this great car which is wonderful at the tank, a delight to ... read more
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by jaymel622
Jan 18, 2006 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good Mileage for Size, Sturdy, Remote Start, Good Value, Safe
Cons: May Depreciate Faster Than Imports, Long Term Reliability is a Question Mark
The Bottom Line: Give it a try! This is a solid family sedan that you may get for a much better price than comparable imports.
First of all, my wife and I test drove a Mazda 3, Nissan Altima, Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla. We narrowed it down to the Corolla and the Malibu when we decided we wanted something a bit bigger and a V6. We purchased the car new in December 2005 and ... read more
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by houseproject
Sep 14, 2005 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Quick, Comfortable, High Mileage V6
Cons: Not a Super Sporty Look, No Compass
The Bottom Line: Reliable, Sporty, Comfortable and Practical
This review will compare driving experiences between a Full Size Pontiac Grand Prix and the Mid-Size Chevy Malibu over the reviewer's 2 month driving experience. Overview : I have had a chance to drive a 2005 Malibu LT V6 Sedan as a rental for over ... read more
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by illinialumni
Mar 31, 2005 - Updated Apr 2, 2005 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great price for incredible options. Drives like a dream.
Cons: Loud sunroof that was cured with a windscreen.
The Bottom Line: If you want a great car for a great price look no further. Read the reviews on the net for the '04/'05. This is nothing like the previous Malibu.
SUMMARY: I have owned the car for a month now. I have the LT with every bell and whistle (XM, OnStar, 6 CD IN DASH just to name a few). The car has leather appointed seats (this means that the edges are one type of leather, and the actual seating ... read more
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by toiletoctopus
Mar 22, 2005 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Well Built, Explosive Engine
Cons: Heating/AC system
The Bottom Line: Chevy has a winner here that will compete with all vehicles in the family sedan market.
Chevrolet and the rest of American automakers have been constantly trying to compete with the well designed Japanese family sedan models. For many years they have been trying to create a bonafide competitor to the Accord, Camry, and Altima. Finally there ... read more
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Great Car!
by cyndilou3672
Dec 5, 2011 (Show)
Author's Product Rating: 40
Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great on gas mileage
Easy to drive
Cons: Cosmetic defect in steering column, annoying but not harmful.
By far the best car I've ever owned. I haven't had any troubles with it since I bought it one year ago. I would highly reccomend this car. It is great for women that love small
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This car is the BEST
by njames13
Dec 30, 2010 (Show)
Author's Product Rating: 50
Recommended: Yes
Pros: Automatic Windows, Great Stereo, Good steering, Good parts, Battery lasts long. Comfortable seats, Easy shift.
Cons: No Ipod plug, Window wipers didn't last long, Windshield washer fluid goes fast.
I was a little iffy about getting this car, but my dad got this for me as my first car and I wouldn't of picked any other car. This car is the best and has been threw a lot and is still amazing, runs wonderfully, and is perfection. This car is very
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Don't Buy!
by domino1953
Jun 18, 2010 (Show)
Author's Product Rating: 10
Recommended: No
Pros: Excellent fuel mleage. Smooth engine and ride.
Cons: Expensive repairs for parts that fail prematurely. Very poor resale value.
I bought my Malibu new. I was very happy the first 40,000 miles. Since then I have replaced brake pads/rotors/shoes/drums. Now at 84,000 miles the rotors are warped again and the transmission has failed.The steering shaft thumps. The ignition is
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MaXXimum Enjoyment
by pawtraitp
Oct 15, 2005 (Show)
Author's Product Rating: 50
Recommended: Yes
Pros: Versatility, gas mileage, comfortable ride
Cons: doesn't like being hussled on back roads
I run a small independent photo business and most of the time I shoot at clients locations. I had a Focus ZX5 which was great, but didn't have enough room or flexibility. I found the MaXX by accident, I was intrigued by the shape at first, then amazed
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poor visibility
by pete_bobb
Oct 8, 2005 (Show)
Author's Product Rating: 10
Recommended: No
Pros: It has 4 wheels and burns gasoline.
Cons: The driver can not see other nearby cars on the road.
I dislike that 4 SUVs can ride in this cars blind spots. The head rests for the rear seats block the view through the rear view mirrors. Tha body between the side windows and the rear window are so large that an SUV or Hummer can be riding near the rear
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2005 Malibu offer Big Bang for the Buck!
by prepaidlegal7
Mar 15, 2005 (Show)
Author's Product Rating: 50
Recommended: Yes
Pros: Price and payments are great. Huge Manufacture incentives. Feel and handling. Great Highway economy.
Cons: Fuel economy is averaging 22 MPG in mostly city and stop and go traffic.
I did a GMAC Smart Buy on a 2005 Base Malibu with the optional Key less Entry Package. The 4 cylinder model gives me all the power I need on and off the highway. The Electric Steering gives a dreamy feel, and the car handles exceptionally well, even in
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