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4.88 out of 5 stars

All that wears a Bowtie...

The Cap'n, 12/21/2004
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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We purchased our Malibu Maxx after discovering it was a twin under the skin with the Saab 9-3 and the Vauxhall Vectra wagon, which we drove in the UK on vacation. There are a lot of sneaky neat features on this car, and while not a top of the line Mercedes, it is fun, manouverable, and a lot of car for the money. Worth a look.

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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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5 out of 5 stars

More than a Econobox

Toyota&Honda Owner,, 12/01/2005
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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The Malibu Maxx was a complete surprise to me. My prior experience with GM rental cars was terrible. The Maxx combines a good blend of features, performance, fit and finish, reliability, and flexibility in a compact package. My initial attraction was 0% financing, but after 12000 miles I can recommend the Maxx for your daily driving needs. My car has zero defects and repairs. The chassis is stiff, and the Maxx handles well. There is plenty of low-end torque for a little fun in an econo-box. The rear passenger room is enormous. My sons said that they like the car because it is “little on the outside and big on the inside.”

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Great car !

Rob O, 08/22/2005
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This car replaced my fully loaded Olds Intrigue which was totaled last year.I decided to buy a loaded out Maxx for the family which my wife now drives everywhere, and I get to drive her old car (Alero.)This car had some very big shoes to fill and has done so very well.

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