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4.88 out of 5 stars

Maxx is the maxx

sam2982, 04/12/2004
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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The new Malibu Maxx is innovative and performs great. It offers a smooth ride with all the bells and whistles. Great car for the price.

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5 out of 5 stars

One month, 600+ miles later

maxx_owner_part2, 04/14/2004
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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When I 1st saw the Maxx at the Auto Show, I thought it was intriguing but I never thought I’d own a Chevy. After 600+ miles (since my 20-mile review), my opinion has only improved. The car is very cute appearance-wise. Gas mileage is decent: 24 mpg (driving almost exclusively on suburban surface streets). The easy handling is growing on me. The car does a good job of shutting out road noise and has a very smooth ride. The doors and hatch need to be closed with a bit of force, though. The die-hard sports-car aficionados I know turn up their noses at my car, but people who appreciate fun, comfort, and convenience love it!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Enjoyable

Kristine, 06/29/2005
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I've had my Maxx for over a year. I love the power and on a 3000 mile road trip the mileage was as good as my old Honda Accord. Overall it's a great car. I think I would've gotten a better deal if I'd waited until it was on the market a while longer. Minor problems include the rear sunshades snapping, rear passenger window 'bumping' when you open it, and the front passenger often hits the heat button for the seat on entry (not fun in the summer). Occasional hesitation on start up happened a lot at first (the dealer claimed it's Chevy thing) and a recent problem with the wipers.

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5 out of 5 stars

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hawks, 04/16/2004
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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INTERIOR ROOM COMPAIRS WITH FULL SIZE CARS PERFORMACE AND GASOLINE ECONOMY OUTSTANDING GOOD HANDLING AND VERY QUEIT PERFECT HEATER AND AIR CONDITION CONTROL FLEXABLE USE OF CARGO AREA

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4.75 out of 5 stars

So pleasantly surprised!

JM in Jax FL, 07/20/2005
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Bought an '04 Camry a year ago - it was stolen (a story for another time!) and needed a new car. Avoided Toyota (most frequently stolen) and bought the Maxx instead - drives better than the Camry did, and for about the same money got leather interior, amazing flexibility of rear seat/cargo configuration. I was fortunate to find a brand-new '04 (identical to the '05) and got better than employee discount price. The Malibu Maxx isn't flashy - but like Camry, Accord, etc. it may soon be seen by consumers as a "best in class" family vehicle. Drive is smooth, easy. Love the remote start feature. Very comfortable for a family of five.

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