2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Consumer Reviews

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Written by: tekar on 10/22/2009

Vehicle

2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 4A)

Review

i bought a 09 malibu hybrid for new york taxicab couple months i like it and suddenly makes noise from engine had to change belt at 36000mile then front two wheel makes noise through bump ,and of course to change headlight bulb you've to take whole front bumper out which cost around $70-80 something happens its expensive to maintain so i would suggest buy regular not green not good gas mileage i wish it 26-34mpg

Favorite Features

interior exterior love it

Suggested Improvements

driver and passenger not enough room front dashboard is too big not good long leg

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Mediocre Hybrid

Written by: Mike S on 06/15/2009

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2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 4A)

Review

We have a 2009 Malibu Hybrid as a fleet vehicle in the agency I work for. We've had it for approx 6 months and put 5000 miles on it. I am not impressed by it. The electric motor assist, frankly, is a useless gimmick. It does not provide electric-only power when you are tooling around a parking lot or in stop-and-go traffic. The total power output of the engine is lethargic and the vehicle has issues merging onto highways without going full-throttle, which is disappointing. We also have a 2010 Ford Fusion hybrid which outclasses it in almost every way possible. I suggest driving both before making a decision one way or the other. The Fusion is a couple thousand more but well worth it.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

An actual hybrid powertrain

20 out 23 people found this review helpful

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check it out and you will buy it

Written by: frank kaczynski on 05/31/2009

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2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 4A)

Review

I'm presently enjoying 34-38mpg in a combo of highway and city and I have to say its hard to believe the mileage is better that in the subcompact car I previously owned. This car is just a little smaller than the impala and is a very comfortable ride on long trips. Its hard to believe its only a four cylinder because when you nail it the electric motor also kicks in and its got plenty of pep. I fell in love with the styling both interior and exterior- its really sharp! When I showed it to co-workers two of them actually purchased a straight malibu shortly after viewing and riding in mine. Chevy really detailed this car with some very classy styling and the 2- tone interior is sharp!

Favorite Features

interior colors -cocoa brown and cashmere-sharp steering wheel in also well done. on star and xm radio is icing on the cake

Suggested Improvements

I love it

5 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Great car

Written by: Dave on 05/27/2009

Vehicle

2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 4A)

Review

I write this review on May 27 2009. I bought the car on Mat 21 2009. The car had 113 miles and now has a little over 1100 miles. I am getting an avg of 32 mpg city/highway combined. I can easily get 34 mpg on I 40 at 70 mph. So far I love this car.

Favorite Features

Tavels on I 40 with ease. Kinda like the little assist/charge needle.

Suggested Improvements

leather seats, remote start

2 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Nice Ride

Written by: Tim on 04/12/2009

Vehicle

2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 4A)

Review

The only thing I would change is the accent color of the interior, would be darker(dirt shows too easily on lighter surfaces). Nice comfortable ride I'm getting around 28 mpg city and 38 mpg hwy. Much better than the cobalt I had before witch avged 20 city and 29 hwy. Nice audio system sound is clear & crisp. The trunk is a surprise I thought because the batteries were in back that the trunk would be smaller, not so I was able to fit a card table 2 folding dog crates and suitcases and still had room! you could put a compact spare in this car as well but is not an option at purchase because they want to save on weight. All in all a very nice product from GM.

Favorite Features

Hybrid system, Styling

Suggested Improvements

Pearl white would be a nice option along with bluetooth and a real nav system. Although the turn by turn is a good alternative.

11 out 11 people found this review helpful

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To The Nay Sayers

Written by: Jeff on 09/05/2008

Vehicle

2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 4A)

Review

Just purchased the new 09 Malibu Hybrid. So far I am impressed. Not seeing the huge fuel savings I had hoped for as of yet. However, coming from an Avalanche it is much better. I was originally concerned with the perform, however, it is adequate. Even though this is a "mild" hybrid, I still makes me feel good to know I am helping out. I would recommend this over any import car any day! Look out Accord and Camry - the Malibu is here!

Favorite Features

The roomy interior.

Suggested Improvements

Need to have more techy features, blue tooth and a true nav system.

48 out 64 people found this review helpful

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Outstanding

Written by: Brent on 08/16/2008

Vehicle

2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 4A)

Review

This vehicle is my daily driver. It will definitely exceed the EPA listed mileage. I'm currently averaging 35+ mpg in mixed city/highway driving. Given the nature of this car, performance was not at the top of my list, but it will move when you ask it to, and get solid mileage the rest of the time.

Favorite Features

Mileage. Looks like it cost a lot more than it did.

Suggested Improvements

What? No bluetooth on the hybrid?

78 out 88 people found this review helpful

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