2006 Chevrolet Malibu Road Test Ratings

Average materials, driving characteristics and bland design prevent the Malibu from receiving a hearty recommendation.

Numb steering illustrates the overall appliance-like driving character.

Malibu neither offends nor dazzles.

Nothing ground-breaking inside, except the optional DVD screen that emerges from the arm rest.

Monochromatic interior theme has no personality, and the materials have a low-rent look and feel.